Hungary blocked further procedural steps in EU accession negotiations for Ukraine and Moldova during a technical meeting in Brussels, preventing formal talks on internal market and competitiveness reforms until at least September 1.
Hungary’s new leadership is dismantling key Orbán-era institutions, launching anti-corruption probes and judicial reforms, and moving to unlock frozen EU funds. The article portrays Peter Magyar’s government as reshaping the country’s legal and political order.
Fernando Alonso expresses optimism about Aston Martin's significant car upgrade, including a new chassis and aerodynamic changes, for the Hungarian Grand Prix. He cautions against high expectations, emphasizing understanding the car's direction rather than immediate results, as the team aims to catch up after a challenging season start.
Former Hungarian PM Viktor Orban accused the new government of "tyranny" and "sham investigations" after prosecutors seized equipment from Fidesz HQ as part of a corruption probe into the National Culture Fund. Orban, whose party lost elections to Peter Magyar's Tisza party, vowed resistance against what he calls a politically motivated legal proceeding.
A study conducted during Hungary's parliamentary elections by civil liberties group Liberties found that AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Gemini provide inaccurate and inconsistent voting advice. They often failed to recommend the correct party, particularly showing a strong bias against the Tisza party, and included parties not running in the election.
Hungary's government launched an investigation into former foreign minister Peter Szijjarto's role in negotiating a large BYD investment, following his resignation to join the Chinese carmaker, amidst conflict of interest accusations.
England defeated France 6-4 in a World Cup third-place play-off in Miami, a match notable for Kylian Mbappe becoming the leading goal scorer in World Cup history and Bukayo Saka scoring a hat-trick. The game was the highest-scoring World Cup match since 1982.
Hungarian President Tamás Sulyok signed a constitutional amendment removing himself from office, yielding to pressure from PM Péter Magyar, who seeks to dismantle the 'mafia' legacy of Viktor Orbán. Sulyok criticized the move as trampling democratic values.
An Irish citizen was sentenced to 14 years in prison in Hungary for strangling American tourist Mackenzie Michalski to death in Budapest in 2024. The suspect met the victim at a nightclub, and the killing occurred at his flat.
An Irish citizen was sentenced to 14 years in prison in Hungary for strangling American tourist Mackenzie Michalski to death in Budapest in 2024. The suspect met the victim at a nightclub, and the killing occurred at his rented flat.
Hungary's public media, long accused of broadcasting propaganda under Viktor Orban, aired a black screen with an apology and suspended news services. Prime Minister Peter Magyar hailed it as a "historic day," promising reforms for independent and trustworthy public media.
Hungary's public service media, accused of broadcasting propaganda for 16 years, aired a black screen with an apology and announced reforms. The move, timed symbolically, follows Prime Minister Peter Magyar's election promise to create independent and trustworthy news.
Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar announced at the NATO summit in Ankara that his government plans to increase the country's military expenditure to 5% of GDP by 2035, aligning with NATO goals. He emphasized Hungary's commitment to being a reliable ally.
Hungary's main public television channel M1 and Kossuth radio station have suspended news broadcasts, with the former displaying a message stating "Public media should not lie." The move is part of reforms promised by new Prime Minister Péter Magyar to make media "independent and trustworthy" and end "propaganda broadcasts."
MCC Brussels is exploring funding options after its parent organization, Mathias Corvinus Collegium Foundation in Hungary, was ordered to close by July 31. The Hungarian government's action impacts MCC Brussels' financial future, with communications head John O'Brien calling the situation "Kafkaesque."
Nhiệt độ tại Hungary và Slovakia đã vượt mốc 41-42 độ C, lập kỷ lục mới trong bối cảnh đợt nắng nóng gay gắt hoành hành Trung Âu. Tình trạng thiếu nước sạch diễn ra ở nhiều nơi, trong khi Pháp ghi nhận hơn 1.000 ca tử vong liên quan đến nắng nóng.
A dangerous heatwave, linked to hundreds of deaths in western Europe, has shifted east, bringing record temperatures to central, eastern, and southern Europe. Countries like Hungary, Slovakia, and Germany are experiencing extreme heat, leading to fatalities, infrastructure issues, and strain on energy grids, especially in Ukraine.
Hungary's new government, led by Prime Minister Peter Magyar, is reviewing the financing of the Paks-2 nuclear power plant project, a Rosatom initiative, as part of efforts to address the state budget's "terrible state" and a projected 7% GDP deficit.
Over 10,000 Hungarians participated in Budapest's first Pride march since Viktor Orban's electoral defeat, braving record heat to celebrate newfound optimism for LGBTQ+ rights under the new centre-right government.
Budapest Pride marches amid political changes in Hungary following Viktor Orbán's government's crackdown on LGBTQ+ rights. The new government, led by Péter Magyar, has shown some encouraging signs but has not yet repealed anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, leaving the community cautious.
Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar is rapidly implementing reforms to dismantle Viktor Orban's 'mafia system,' lifting EU blockades, initiating dialogue with Ukraine, and passing anti-corruption laws. Key measures include abolishing public interest asset management foundations (KEKVA), reforming public media, and establishing an office for national asset recovery, aiming to unlock frozen EU funds.
Hungary convened a Visegrad Group summit, aiming to revive regional cooperation. Leaders discussed infrastructure projects like a high-speed rail line and energy corridors, while differing on energy imports and military cooperation, highlighting internal V4 divisions.
Hungary delays EU membership process for Ukraine and Moldova, complicating Kiev's goal to open all accession clusters by mid-July, citing premature fast-tracking and concerns over Western Balkan countries' longer pursuit of EU membership.
Hungary has delayed a crucial procedural step for Ukraine and Moldova's EU membership bids by opposing a letter outlining the bloc's joint position. This move, supported only by Hungary, risks Kyiv's timeline to open all negotiating chapters by mid-July.
