Hungary

Hungary

Orban says Hungary will defy EU court ruling on asylum policy

Hungary will not change its immigration policies despite a recent ruling from the EU's top court that found them in contradiction with the bloc's laws, Prime Minister Viktor Orban said.

21/12/2021

Experiences

Is this the most over the top Christmas house in Europe?

A Hungarian grandmother started decorating her garden 10 years ago for her grandchildren, but since then it has become a tourist attraction.

20/12/2021

Hungary

In Hungary, winter volleyball championship trades sand for snow

The Hungarian snow volleyball championship is a great way to keep professional volleyball players in shape between seasons, but the competition aims to help the sport become an official Olympic event soon.

19/12/2021

Design

Hungarian design studio highlights Roma culture as an act of defiance

Romani Design was started by the Varga sisters when they feared their traditions were disappearing after centuries of oppression.

17/12/2021

Hungary

Euroviews. Don't be fooled: Hungarian court ruling didn't allow pushbacks | View

The Hungarian government claims last week's Constitutional Court ruling on EU migration rules as a victory for self-determination. The reality is more complex, writes lawyer Zsolt Szekeres.

16/12/2021

Hungary

Euroviews. Hungarian Constitutional Court ruling is a migration milestone | View

"It is a milestone decision since it confirms the Hungarian approach to migration policy and underscores that Hungarians have the right to defend themselves and their borders."

15/12/2021

Hungary

Seven dead after migrant-carrying vehicle slams into shop at speed

The vehicle had fled a police check. It later hit a flower shop at full speed and turned over. The impact partially destroyed a wall.

14/12/2021

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Stormy weather topples down trees and causes accidents and traffic jams in Hungary

Snow storms and strong winds caused heavy traffic disruptions and accidents in several parts of Hungary on Sunday.

13/12/2021

Hungary

Macron meets political adversary Orban ahead of France's EU presidency

Ahead of the visit, Macron described his Orban as "a political adversary, but a European partner".

13/12/2021

Hungary

Hungarian court avoids ruling on EU law primacy in migration case

The Hungarian Constitutional Court said it could not rule on whether EU law took precedence over Hungary's constitution.

10/12/2021

Hungary

Doctors want more transparency on COVID deaths in Hungary

Medical professionals say that more data on who is dying and whether they were vaccinated would help fight anti-vax sentiment.

10/12/2021

Hungary

Hungarian deputy Fidesz minister accused of accepting bribes

Hungary’s chief prosecutor has submitted a motion calling for Pal Volner's parliamentary immunity to be revoked.

07/12/2021

Culture news

Mixing Bach with barstools: Inside the Budapest orchestra's mini-gigs

Members of Iván Fischer's ensemble perform masterpieces by Bach, Gershwin and Ferenc Liszt in bars and pubs across the capital.

06/12/2021

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Budapest embraces the Christmas spirit

Budapest's Christmas market is welcoming visitors for the first time since the start of the pandemic.

02/12/2021

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Giant lego menorah in Budapest

Hungarian Jews celebrated Hanukkah by lighting candles on a Lego menorah in their Buda Castle religious house.

02/12/2021

Hungary

Will Viktor Orban unite Europe's radical right?

Since Fidesz left the European parliament's EPP, Viktor Orban is single. Now he's looking to mingle.

30/11/2021

Hungary

Hungary's parliament approves 2022 referendum on LGBT issues

The ruling conservative Fidesz party says the referendum could be held on the same day as next year's national elections.

30/11/2021

Europe Decoded

Hungarian media defy ban on publishing LGBT+ content for children

Hungarian MPs passed a controversial law in June banning any content that portrays or "promotes" homosexuality to children.

23/11/2021

Hungary

European Court of Justice: EU law precludes Hungary's supreme court

National judges in EU member states cannot be banned from seeking guidance from the European Court of Justice, the ruling stated.

23/11/2021

Hungary

UN Special Rapporteur says press freedom is under threat in Hungary

The Central European country has been widely attacked for curtailing independent media and smear campaigns against human rights defenders.

22/11/2021

Europe News

Hungary move to criminalise helping asylum seekers 'infringes EU law'

The EU's Court of Justice found the Hungarian legislation restricts the rights to asylum in an unlawful manner.

16/11/2021

Hungary

Hungary to cap petrol and diesel prices as fuel costs surge

Petrol stations that charge more than the established cap could be shut down, the government has said.

11/11/2021

Hungary

Firms in Hungary can now require their employees to get a COVID jab

It comes as Hungary is facing a surge in COVID cases and deaths not seen since May.

28/10/2021

Hungary

Five takeaways from Hungarian PM Orban's meeting with France's Le Pen

The two far-right politicians played down their differences and found common ground in virulent attacks against the European Union's "hegemony."

26/10/2021

Hungary

Why is Hungary PM Orban meeting France's Marine Le Pen in Budapest?

Orban and Le Pen will hold a joint press conference from Budapest at 15:00 CEST.

26/10/2021

World

Has Viktor Orbán met his match in Péter Márki-Zay?

Political outsider, Péter Márki-Zay, was recently elected as the prime ministerial candidate of the joint opposition coalition in Hungary. Currently the mayor of Hódmezővásárhely, the opposition candidate gives us his insight into the country's politics, Fidesz and his aspirations for the future.

25/10/2021