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POLITICSSep 22Hungary’s prime minister opposes plan to build oil storage facility for Ukraine on Hungarian soilHungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar called plans to build an oil storage facility for Ukraine on Hungarian territory a threat. Ukraine’s Naftogaz and Hungary’s MOL signed a memorandum on the project in September.Meduza [en]
POLITICSSep 22Hungary Refuses Joining Ukraine C8 Cooperation InitiativeHungary has refused to join the Ukraine C8 Cooperation Initiative. This signifies a diplomatic stance impacting international cooperation related to Ukraine.kyivpost.com · Ukraine
POLITICSSep 20From the streets to the ballot box : What Hungary can teach SerbiaThis article explores what Serbia can learn from Hungary regarding the transition of political movements from street protests to electoral success. It offers comparative insights into political strategy and development.globalvoices.org · Russia
POLITICSSep 18Democracy Digest: Hungary Opens Way for Adoption by Gay CouplesElsewhere, Poland and Russia trade threats after drone strike on Ukrainian train bound for Warsaw; Slovak Defence Minister under pressure to explain dealings with Czech arms tycoon; and Czech PM floats idea of creating ‘Euro Patriot’ joint missile defence program.Balkan Insight
POLITICSSep 17A New Play in Budapest Signals a Cultural Reawakening for HungaryA one-woman show about the perils of authoritarianism draws on a memoir by the Hungarian-American writer Kati Marton. Under Viktor Orban’s government, it might not have happened.NYT World
POLITICSSep 16Hungary Needs Oil from Croatia: Can the Two Sides Bury the Hatchet?Time pressure and a change of government in Hungary could pave the way for the normalisation of relations with Croatia, but compromises will be needed on both sides.Balkan Insight
POLITICSSep 15"Everyone is free to love whom they want and how they wish": in Hungary, Péter Magyar restores homosexual rightsDÉCRYPTAGE - La loi sur la «protection de l’enfance», qui amalgamait homosexualité et pédocriminalité sous l’ère Viktor Orbán, va être abrogée par le gouvernement.Le Figaro International
POLITICSSep 15Hungary to amend anti-LGBTQ law to align with EU standardsA new bill will remove references to banning the 'promotion' of homosexuality.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSSep 14Hungary moves to amend controversial child protection law after EU court rulingHungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar has announced amendments to the country’s child protection law, which the EU’s top court ruled discriminatory in April. The changes could end discrimination against sexual minorities and help unlock further EU funding for Hungary.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 14Germany news: Foreign minister seeks reset with HungaryGerman Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul is visiting Hungary as Berlin seeks to rebuild relations with Budapest. Meanwhile, Germany's homeownership rate has fallen to its lowest level in 20 years. DW has the latest.DW News [en]
POLITICSSep 12Hungary PM to scrap Orban - era ban on gay adoptionThe Hungarian Prime Minister plans to abolish a ban on gay adoption that was established during the Orban era. This represents a major shift in social policy in Hungary.crookwellgazette.com.au · Australia
POLITICSSep 12Hungary PM to scrap Orban - era ban on gay adoptionThe Prime Minister of Hungary is reportedly planning to reverse a previous ban on gay adoption, which was implemented during the Orban era. This move would signify a change in social policy.canberratimes.com.au · Australia
POLITICSSep 12Hungary PM to scrap Orban - era ban on gay adoptionHungary's Prime Minister plans to repeal a ban on gay adoption that was implemented during the Orban era. This represents a potential shift in social policy within Hungary, impacting LGBTQ+ rights and family law.bendigoadvertiser.com.au · Australia
POLITICSSep 11Magyar vs. Moscow: Hungary's new tough stance toward RussiaHungarian PM Peter Magyar has abruptly ended the era of his predecessor's warm relations with Russia: Budapest has expelled 10 Russian diplomats from the country. Moscow is considering halting gas supplies in response.DW News [en]
POLITICSSep 9Hungary takes one more step to formalise relations with Brussels over rule of lawHungary has formally notified Brussels it has met its rule-of-law conditions, a step that could unlock €4.2bn in EU funds and restore access for researchers and students who were left out of European programs.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 9Europe Today: Ceuta cries out for EU help, Hungary expels 10 Russian diplomatsCeuta's mayor Juan Jesús Vivas has requested greater European support for the continuing crisis in the Spanish enclave after 80.000 crossed the border illegally last month. Meanwhile, the Hungarian government has decided to expel 10 Russian diplomats over "unacceptable" activities.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 9US resumes immigrant visa processing for Hungary , Poland as pause remains elsewhereThe U.S. has resumed immigrant visa processing for Hungary and Poland, while maintaining a pause in other locations. This indicates a selective adjustment in U.S. immigration policy impacting specific European nations.moneycontrol.com · India
POLITICSSep 8Hungary expels 10 Russian diplomats, Moscow promises harsh responseRussia promises 'harsh and painful' response following Hungary's expulsion of its diplomats.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSSep 8Hungary expels 10 Russian diplomats as relations worsenFor years, Hungary was viewed as Russia's closest ally in the EU, but the new government has dropped the pro-Kremlin stance.BBC World
POLITICSSep 8Hungary expels Russian diplomats amid Moscow warningHungary has expelled Russian diplomats following a warning from Moscow. This action signifies a deterioration in diplomatic relations between the two nations.juneesoutherncross.com.au · Australia
POLITICSSep 8Hungary expels 10 Russian diplomats for 'unacceptable activities'The move follows years of scrutiny over Russian intelligence activity in Hungary and marks a shift under Péter Magyar's new government.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 8Hungary expels 10 Russian diplomats, Moscow vows ‘painful’ responseHungary ⁠expelled 10 Russian diplomats on ⁠Tuesday, saying they had acted in ways incompatible with their diplomatic status, in a stark reminder that the pro-Russian years of former prime minister Viktor Orban are over. Russia’s foreign ministry ‌said it would retaliate and its response would be painful for Hungary, local media reported. “The response to the Russophobic lobby in Budapest will be harsh and painful,” said foreign ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova. Orban, swept from power in...South China Morning Post
POLITICSSep 8Hungary orders 10 Russian diplomats to leaveBudapest says the expulsions are necessary to protect security and sovereignty after years of comparatively close ties between Hungary and Russia.DW News [en]
POLITICSSep 8Hungary orders 10 Russian diplomats to leave the country over activities deemed unacceptable - apnews.comHungary expels 10 Russian diplomats as it shifts away from previous pro-Moscow stance AP NewsAP News