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Will Hungary's Orban be the wedge Putin drives between Western allies?

BUDAPEST, Hungary — There were pink ankle booties and scuffed sneakers, sensible pumps and leather loafers, a pair of child-sized yellow-rubber rain boots — all laid out on the east bank of the River Danube, in the heart of the Hungarian capital.

Los Angeles Times

What can Europe learn from Orban's victory in Hungary's elections?

Hungary's voters gave an overwhelming fourth mandate to incumbent Prime Minister Viktor Orban on 3 April. But critics and observers say that state control of the media, misinformation and a lack of democratic tradition played crucial roles in the victory for Orban's extreme-right Fidesz party. As France gears up for…

Radio France Internationale

Poland's Kaczynski unusually bashes right-wing ally Orban

Poland’s de-facto leader has used strong words to criticize his long-time ally, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, and said further cooperation is not possible unless Orban's approach to Russia's aggression toward Ukraine changes

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What will the EU do about Hungary's Orban?

Emboldened by his landslide electoral victory, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has raised the stakes in his many fights with the European Union - ranging from liberal democratic rights to ties with Russia as it wages war on Ukraine.

Reuters

Commentary: The EU’s awkward Hungary issue

On April 3, Hungary’s anti-liberal, ultranationalist prime minister, Viktor Orban, won a fourth term. While the West remains fixated on the war next door in Ukraine, the threat of Hungary’s continued march away from liberal democracy is coming from inside the Western house. It remains an embarrassment for a bloc…

Chicago Tribune

How Vladimir Putin's war in Ukraine is forcing his friends to choose between Russia and the West

As the death toll climbs in Ukraine and pressure mounts for neighbours to intervene, European leaders who have stoked friendships with both the West and Russia may soon be forced to pick a side.

ABC News

Moon Knight's Oscar Isaac Opens Up On Taking Psilocybin With Ethan Hawke

Oscar Isaac, one of the most recognizable personalities at the moment with roles in record-breaking films such as Ex Machina, Dune and the three latest Star Wars movies, has cemented his position as a great actor. Lately, he has been on a publicity tour for his most recent show, Moon Knight, and was recently a…

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Ukraine urges Hungary to 'get on the right side of history' over Russia

Ukraine said on Thursday that Hungary's position that it is prepared to pay in roubles for Russian gas was an "unfriendly" stance that was destroying the unity of the European Union over Russia's invasion.

Reuters

Hungary receives nuclear fuel from Russia by air -foreign minister

Hungary received the first shipment of nuclear fuel for its Paks nuclear plant from Russia by air on Wednesday, after the war in Ukraine made shipping by rail impossible, Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto said on Thursday.

Reuters

Countries you can travel to from the UK with no Covid rules including Hungary and Mexico

There are places you don't need to prove your Covid or vaccine status

Wales Online

More sanctions hit Russia as Zelenskyy warns of new wartime hardships

KYIV, Ukraine — Russian forces carried out punishing strikes against key Ukrainian cities on Wednesday, brushing aside mounting world outrage over the execution-style killings of civilians even as Washington and its Western allies moved to impose sharp new sanctions against Moscow.

Los Angeles Times

More sanctions hit Russia as Zelenskyy warns of new wartime hardships

KYIV, Ukraine — Russian forces Wednesday carried out punishing strikes against key Ukrainian cities, brushing aside mounting world outrage over the execution-style killings of civilians even as Washington and its Western allies moved to impose sharp new sanctions against Moscow.

Los Angeles Times

Breaking Ranks with EU, Hungary Says Ready to Pay for Russian Gas in Roubles

Hungary said on Wednesday it was prepared to pay roubles for Russian gas, breaking ranks with the European Union which has sought a united front in opposing Moscow's demand for payment in the currency. Hungary will pay for shipments in roubles if Russia asks it to, Prime Minister Viktor Orban…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Hungary's Orban asks Putin for immediate Ukraine cease-fire

Hungary’s prime minister says he asked Russian President Vladimir Putin to call an immediate cease-fire in the war in Ukraine

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Los Angeles Times

More sanctions hit Russia as Zelenskyy warns of new wartime hardships

Reuters

Hungary's Orban says he asked Putin to apply ceasefire in Ukraine

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said on Wednesday he had just spoken at length with Russian President Vladimir Putin and asked him to announce an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine.

Wales Online

USAF B-52 bombers fly 15-hour mission over Europe as war rages in Ukraine

Aircraft were escorted by planes from Denmark, Czech Republic, Hungary, Italy and United Kingdom

Reuters

Hungary's foreign ministry summons Ukrainian ambassador

Hungary's foreign ministry has summoned Ukraine's ambassador over what it called his offensive statements on Hungary's stance regarding the war, Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto said on Wednesday.

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The Guardian - UK

European Commission launches rule-of-law disciplinary procedure against Hungary

Viktor Orbán’s government faces sanction over rollback of democratic values and allegations of fraud

The Independent UK

EU starts process to cut funding to Hungary over rule of law

The European Commission will launch proceedings to suspend support payments to Hungary for breaching the 27-nation bloc’s rule-of-law standards

Zenger

Scientists Solve Mystery Of The Origins Of Warlike Ancient Tribe

The Pannonian Avars were best known for their devastating raids during the Avar-Byzantine wars from 568 to 626.

The Conversation

Hungary: election triumph for Viktor Orbán is a warning to progressive parties seeking a marriage of convenience with the far right

Hungary’s ultra-conservative prime minister, Viktor Orbán, has preserved his two-thirds super majority in the country’s parliamentary elections. Orbán faced a coalition of six major opposition parties, who made the historic decision to run together under the United for Hungary coalition.

Reuters

EU executive to launch new tool to freeze funds to Hungary - sources

The European Union executive will implement on Tuesday the bloc's new disciplinary procedure against Hungary, two sources familiar with the matter told Reuters, a step that could lead to freezing funding for Prime Minister Viktor Orban's government.

Asharq Al-Awsat

Five Killed, More than 10 Injured as Truck Crashes into Train in Hungary

Five people were killed and more than 10 injured when a pick-up truck crashed into a train in southern Hungary early on Tuesday, derailing a carriage, police said. The accident happened at a crossing in Mindszent near the Hungarian-Serbian border shortly before 0500 GMT. Five people in the truck were…

The Independent UK

5 people killed as train strikes vehicle in Hungary

Police say a train struck a vehicle in southern Hungary and derailed, leaving five people dead and others injured

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