Russia

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
16/10/2024

Hungarian refugee in Russia, Béla Kovács, accuses Western media of misleading public

Kovács is under international investigation, so Moscow offers him a helping hand and the former MEP admits to Russian connections #Russia #politicalrefugee
14/10/2024

Hungarian Foreign Minister says Russia’s 2021 security proposals to end Hungary’s NATO membership acceptable? Ria Novosti interview and denial – VIDEO

If NATO had accepted Putin's proposals, Hungary would not be a NATO member today. Is this really what the Hungarian Foreign Minister had in mind? Decide for yourself - VIDEO, details:
14/10/2024

Hungarian foreign minister condemns Kamala Harris for labeling Orbán an autocratic dictator

The Hungarian Minister sent a message to US President-designate @KamalaHarris via the Russian press:
12/10/2024

Orbán cabinet will continue to block EUR 45 billion loan scheme for Ukraine until the US elections

The Orbán cabinet will not decide about the sanctions concerning the Russian central bank's assets until the US presidential election. #usa #unitedstates #orbancabinet #orbangovernment #russia #russiancentralbank
10/10/2024

Cooperation with Russian Gazprom ensures supply and great price for Hungary, foreign minister says in Russia – UPDATE: agreement signed

"So far, nobody has made a better offer than our Russian partners. Nobody has offered cheaper or more reliable sources. So my question is, why should we switch," Szijjártó said. #Russia #Gazprom #gas
09/10/2024

Válasz Online: Hungary’s strongest allies view PM Orbán as a traitor

Is Hungary’s Prime Minister Orbán betraying NATO and the EU by refusing to take a neutral stance? #nato #europeanunion #russia #viktororban #diplomacy #germany #usa #china #russia