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17/11/2024

Ukrainian county inhabited by Hungarians, Transcarpathia, under Russian attack!

Russian missiles reached Transcarpathia, Ukraine's westernmost region, home to at least 100,000 Hungarians, early this morning. Here is what the Foreign and Defence Ministers had to say about the attack. #transcarpathia #hungariangovernment #warinukraine
15/11/2024

PM Orbán talked about the importance of abolishing the EU’s anti-Russia sanctions

Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said Hungary's economic troubles were, "without exception", the result of the war in Ukraine and its consequences. #viktororban #hungariangovernment #eusanctions #russia
15/11/2024

Opposition Tisza Party: Key to Hungary’s sovereignty is ending Russia energy dependence – UPDATED

The key to ensuring Hungary's sovereignty is ending Russian energy dependence, the EP group of the opposition Tisza Party said in a statement. #TiszaParty #energy #sovereignty #Russia
12/11/2024

Orbán cabinet: Trump’s presidency ‘beacon of hope’ for Europe, Hungary

Donald Trump's incoming presidency is a beacon of hope for Europe and Hungary alike, Zsolt Semjén, the deputy prime minister, said in an interview. #US #Europe #Tump #government #war
07/11/2024

Americans uncover Hungarian nationals, firms helping Russia with military equipment

Allegedly, Bence Horváth and his mother conspired with others to illegally export U.S.-origin radio communications technology to Russia. They created a chain of companies to help that secret business. #russia #usa #military #crime
04/11/2024

Hungarian Parliament again extends the state of emergency

Did you know? Only three countries in Europe have a state of emergency, Ukraine, Russia and Hungary:
04/11/2024

Fools of ’56? Hungarian researcher sparks controversy over Heroes of the Revolution – UPDATE

What is happening here? On the Hungarian national day of mourning, are revolutionaries being called fools?
02/11/2024

Kremlin spokesperson praises Orbán’s “independent and constructive” approach

Hungary’s balancing act between East and West is causing a stir in the EU. Viktor Orbán’s recent decisions have earned praise in Moscow but criticism from his EU allies. If you want to find out more, check out our article!
31/10/2024

Hungary reaffirms Belarus partnership, advocates peace in Ukraine at Minsk meeting

Further developing Hungary-Beralus economic and energy cooperation in areas not affected by sanctions is an important common goal, Szijjártó said in Minsk. #Belarus #Ukraine #Russia #war
31/10/2024

Szijjártó in Minsk: Record gas deliveries highlight Hungary’s energy cooperation with Russia

A "rational" cooperation with Russia is the guarantee for the security of Hungary's energy supply at competitive prices, Szijjártó said. #Belarus #Russia #gas #Szijjártó #Paks
30/10/2024

Hungary’s foreign minister supports Red Cross’s humanitarian efforts amid ongoing Ukraine crisis

Szijjártó highlighted the "impartial operations" of the International Red Cross, and expressed support for its position on "keeping communications channels open on all sides". #RedCross #Ukraine #war
29/10/2024

Transcarpathian Hungarians at risk: Russian strikes threaten secret Ukrainian facility just 12 km from Hungarian border

Journalist Elena Gamayun believes EU proximity won’t deter Russia from potentially targeting the site. #Russia #Ukraine #war
26/10/2024

Croatian defence minister: Hungary wants territories from Croatia, supports Putin with Serbia

Ivan Anusic mentioned Hungary during a parliamentary debate. He said Hungary questioned Croatia's territorial integrity. That is why we do not participate in the NATO Security Assistance and Training for Ukraine programme. Read more below. #croatia #ivananusic #hungariangovernment #foreignminister
23/10/2024

Opposition statements: Orbán spat in the face of 1956 heroes, ‘Russians, go home!’

Hungarian opposition parties have made statements in connection with the commemoration of the anti-Soviet uprising 68 years ago. #1956 #Revolution #Russia
22/10/2024

Tisza Party abstains in EP vote on Ukraine support

MEPs of the opposition Tisza Party abstained in a European parliamentary vote on a proposal to set up a Ukraine Loan Cooperation Mechanism. #Tisza #Ukraine #EU
21/10/2024

Revealing survey: What Hungarians truly think about the war in Ukraine

The survey touches upon topics such as Hungary’s threat level, views on the defence capabilities of the Hungarian armed forces, and support for EU and NATO membership. #warinUkraine #Russia #China #military #EU #NATO
20/10/2024

Polish TVN in the crosshairs: Hungarian TV2 owner plans bold acquisition amid Russian influence fears

Hungarian investors are targeting Poland's top TV station, TVN, sparking concerns over foreign influence and media control shifts.
19/10/2024

NATO, EU diplomats boycott Budapest mayor’s “Peace Tree” planting since Karácsony invited Russian, Belarusian ambassadors

Budapest Mayor Gergely Karácsony invited the ambassadors of Russia and Belarus to the planting of the "Tree of Peace" on Margaret Island. EU and NATO ambassadors were outraged and decided to boycott the event; however, one of the strongest NATO members still attended it. #gergelykaracsony #budapest #diplomacy #russia #belarus
18/10/2024

Hungarian foreign minister talked about a “red line” concerning Ukraine

Admitting Ukraine to NATO would cross a Hungarian "red line" since this would lead to a third world war, the foreign minister said, briefing parliament's foreign affairs committee on Thursday. #nato #ukraine #peterszijjarto #hungariangovernment
17/10/2024

Will Hungary be thrown out of the Schengen Zone for letting Russians into the EU?

Hungary may lose its Schengen Zone membership because the Orbán cabinet lets too many Russian citizens into the country. #russia #orbancabinet #hungariangovernment #schengenzone #schengen