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Hungary

Italian anti-fascist activist Ilaria Salis stands trial in Hungary

The case of Ilaria Salis - a candidate in the European Parliament elections in June - has sparked tensions between Hungary and Italy.

24/05/2024

Euronews Witness

Péter Magyar's journey from Orbán ally to election rival

Viktor Orbán and his Fidesz party have been in government for 14 years and seem to have an unshakeable grip on power. But in recent months, former ally Péter Magyar has emerged as a political rival and is mobilising a section of the Hungarian population against the country's hard-right leader.

21/05/2024

Europe News

Two people die and five missing after boat collision in Hungary

Police say two people have died and five are missing following a boat collision on the Danube River in Hungary.

19/05/2024

Economy

Inflation rate in Hungary edges up slightly to 3.7% in April

After 14 months of decline, the rate of inflation in Hungary rose again.

10/05/2024

Europe News

Is China using Hungary as its bridgehead in Europe?

The primary purpose of Xi Jinping's three-day visit to Hungary might be to ensure that Hungary can help China gain market share in the EU, as Beijing and Budapest prepare to sign a total of 16 bilateral agreements.

09/05/2024

Europe News

Chinese President Xi Jinping visits Hungary on European tour

China's leader is anticipated to solidify several agreements with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, further cementing Beijing's economic presence in the region.

09/05/2024

Hungary

Euroviews. It’s time to take a step back from the brink of a divided world

We think that our vision of connectivity is essential for Europe’s ability to become strong again — and that cooler heads will soon have a chance to prevail. During our presidency, we intend to show how, Balázs Orbán writes.

08/05/2024

Hungary

What is former Iranian leader doing on a secret trip to Budapest?

In a statement to Euronews, the Israeli Embassy in Hungary has slammed the move to invite the Holocaust-denying Iranian ex-president to speak at a Budapest university.

08/05/2024

Hungary

Orbán challenger in Hungary mobilises thousands at demonstration

Péter Magyar has promised to bring an end to governmental corruption and a declining quality of life in the Central European country.

06/05/2024

Europe Decoded

Fact-check: What did Orbán claim in his European election speech?

Hungary's prime minister made a range of claims about the state of the country's economy and its position in the Ukraine war while launching his party's European manifesto. The Cube takes a closer at the speech.

03/05/2024

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WATCH: "The For Sale" Pub, Step Inside Budapest's Iconic bar

Adorned with hundreds of handwritten notes covering its walls and ceiling, this establishment has been a favorite haunt for foreign tourists since the mid-1990s.

02/05/2024

Europe News

Hungarian government targets former Fidesz ally in elections campaign

Following his divorce with Fidesz' former justice minister, Péter Magyar emerged as a key opposition figure of Viktor Orban's government.

23/04/2024

Travel News

Time Out Market is coming to Budapest. Here’s what to expect

Hungary's capital is set to welcome a curated food market in the city centre.

18/04/2024

Smart Regions

The future is geothermal: Hungarian city embraces renewable energy

In partnership with the European Commission

The city of Szeged is harnessing the power of geothermal energy - it offers numerous advantages as a sustainable resource and reduces the demand for fossil fuels.

15/04/2024

Hungary

Hungarian opposition demands early election at campaign launch

If by 9 June, the majority of the country declares they do not want to be governed by the Orbán regime, they will fight for early elections, says the Hungarian opposition party.

15/04/2024

Hungary

Thousands protest in Hungary against Viktor Orbán's government

Some media estimated about 100,000 participants, making it one of the two largest opposition political demonstrations in recent years.

07/04/2024

Hungary

Dogs understand when you talk to them - study

According to researchers in Hungary, dogs understand when they are spoken to and, like humans, are capable of associating a word with an object.

29/03/2024

Hungary

Thousands protest in Budapest as Orban embroiled in corruption scandal

Authoritarian social conservative Viktor Orbán has already had his power shaken by a sexual abuse scandal.

26/03/2024

Hungary

Hungary inaugurates new head of state

Tamas Sulyok has been inaugurated as Hungary's new president after his predecessor stepped down following a child abuse scandal.

11/03/2024

Hungary

A cinematic feast: Budapest hosts Francophone Film Days festival

14th Francophone Film Days in Budapest feature Oscar & Cesar nominees, celebrating French cinema until Mar 10, expanding to 16 cities

29/02/2024

Hungary

Swedish PM hails country's accession to NATO as a 'historic day'

Sweden is to become the 32nd member of the NATO alliance.

26/02/2024

Europe News

Hungarian Parliament set to greenlight Sweden's NATO membership

Hungary's delay in ratifying Sweden's membership to the military alliance had seen is accused of trying to secure EU concessions.

26/02/2024

Hungary

Hungary's opposition lead protest against Orbán's leadership

Opposition leaders demonstrated against Viktor Orbán's government in Budapest on Sunday over the alleged improper use of state pardons.

26/02/2024

Economy

Hungary sees steady but consistent rise in unemployment

Hungary has seen a steady but consistent rise in unemployment since mid-2022, as it dealt with the fallout from economic crises triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic and the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

23/02/2024

Hungary

Hungary says it's ready to approve Sweden's NATO accession

Hungary is the only one of NATO's 31 existing members not to have ratified Sweden's application.

20/02/2024

Hungary

Hundreds call for Orbán resignation over child sex abuse pardon

The Hungarian leader is facing the greatest political crisis of his 14-year premiership.

15/02/2024