Slovenia has lifted border control checkpoints with Hungary and Croatia, ending measures introduced in 2023 over security concerns linked to the Hamas attacks and the war in Ukraine. The move follows pressure from Brussels and aims to restore unrestricted travel within the Schengen Area.

The future of the European Union’s foreign policy apparatus has been thrown into question after France proposed three sweeping reform options for the EU’s diplomatic service. The initiative comes as criticism grows over the performance of EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas and the bloc’s handling of major international crises.

Karmelo Anthony, a black teenager who stabbed 17-year-old Austin Metclaff to death, has been convicted of murder and sentenced to 35 years in state prison. Progressive activists and even Democratic Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett claim he acted in self-defence and was unjustly prosecuted for his race, despite the jury reaching a quick verdict, which suggests a clear-cut case.

Hungary’s new government has ordered the removal of the National Creed, the constitutional preamble introduced under Viktor Orbán, from schools and public institutions across the country. The decision has triggered a fierce backlash from Fidesz, with Orbán responding by personally nailing a copy of the text to the wall of the party’s headquarters in a symbolic act of defiance.

Hungary’s parliament will vote next week on a constitutional amendment that would limit the prime minister’s time in office to eight years, while also debating reforms linked to EU funding and the future of the Sovereignty Protection Office.

The opening game for the 2026 FIFA World Cup ended in a 2–0 win for co-hosts Mexico over South Africa. Julián Quiñones of Mexico scored the first goal of the tournament. Three red cards were given out in the first game, two for South Africa and one for Mexico.

A 50-year-old Albanian man is fighting for his life after intervening to protect an elderly patron from harassment at a bar in central Italy, only to be violently attacked himself. Witnesses and local media reports identify the suspects as men of North African origin, while some social media reports have compared the assault to an attempted beheading.

Germany, France, the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg are pushing for major changes to the EU enlargement process designed to stop future members from following a path similar to that of Viktor Orbán’s Hungary. The proposal would strengthen Brussels’ ability to sanction ‘democratic backsliding’ and restrict veto rights during the early years of membership.

At a recent Danube Institute event, experts examined the relationship between migration and jihadist terrorism in Western Europe. Dr Simon Cottee’s research paper provided the basis for the discussion, which featured Dr Viktor Marsai and Matthias Victorian as well.

A UK government watchdog has sparked controversy ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after suggesting that England football badges worn by staff at an immigration detention facility could be perceived as intimidating by detained migrants. Critics described the findings as bizarre, arguing that support for England’s national team in England should not be treated as a potential safeguarding concern.

Ubisoft is set to close its studios in Winnipeg and Belgrade as part of another round of cost-cutting measures that could affect up to 380 employees. The latest restructuring continues a years-long effort to reduce costs amid declining profits and a slower release schedule.

After Iran’s renewed assault on the Jewish state, Hungarian FM Anita Orbán delivered one of the clearest pro-Israel statements from any European government.

Budapest’s Police Headquarters and the Police Museum will welcome visitors during Museums’ Night with exclusive tours, forensic demonstrations, police dog shows, simulators, historic vehicles and interactive exhibits that offer a rare glimpse into law enforcement operations.

Hungarian PM Péter Magyar announced plans for another meeting with President Tamás Sulyok to persuade him to resign amid an escalating constitutional stand-off between the presidency and the government. Magyar also renewed his call for the eventual direct election of Hungary’s president, arguing that the office should derive its legitimacy directly from voters rather than parliamentary majorities.

Budapest’s popular nostalgia transport services return throughout June, offering passengers the chance to ride historic trams, trolleybuses, vintage Ikarus buses and the city’s unique cabrio bus. Several special services will also operate during Museums’ Night and the anniversary of the Cogwheel Railway.

Stephen Ogilvie, the 44-year-old victim of the attempted beheading that shocked Belfast earlier this week, is facing life-changing injuries after losing an eye and suffering extensive wounds to his face, neck, and back. The latest details emerged as the Sudanese migrant carrying out the attack appeared in court charged with attempted murder.

Fidesz has reported a growing number of complaints from supporters alleging political discrimination, harassment, and workplace retaliation since the April election, while also claiming that two activists died by suicide following constant abuse. The allegations form part of the opposition party’s broader campaign against what it describes as political persecution under the new Tisza government.

As US-led mediation efforts fade, European leaders are signalling a willingness to take a more active role in pursuing peace between Ukraine and Russia. Kyiv is rallying support for renewed talks, but Moscow remains sceptical of European involvement. With fighting continuing and fresh EU funding flowing to Ukraine, the prospects for diplomacy remain uncertain.

In a recent interview with GQ magazine, British actor Idris Elba spoke out against the idea of a black actor playing the iconic spy character of James Bond, saying that Bond ‘was written how he was written for a reason’. Elba himself is black and has been rumoured to be next to play 007, which he has denied.

Nintendo delivered one of its biggest showcases yet during the June 2026 Nintendo Direct, confirming the long-rumoured The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, revealing Kingdom Hearts 4 gameplay, and unveiling a packed lineup of first-party and third-party titles coming to Switch 2 over the next year.

Hungary’s government has submitted a sweeping legislative package aimed at unlocking billions of euros in European Union funding. Prime Minister Péter Magyar described the reforms as a historic step toward greater transparency, stronger anti-corruption safeguards, enhanced university autonomy, and stricter oversight of public assets, arguing that the measures will allow Hungary to regain access to long-frozen EU funds.

Violent clashes broke out across Belfast on Tuesday night following anti-immigration protests triggered by a brutal knife attack allegedly carried out by a Sudanese migrant. Several properties, including buildings reportedly housing asylum seekers, were set ablaze as police declared a critical incident and deployed armoured vehicles across the city.

Political tensions over Hungary’s approach to the EU Migration Pact have intensified after Prime Minister Péter Magyar claimed to possess a confidential government resolution allegedly detailing plans for a migrant reception centre under the previous Orbán administration. Magyar argued that the project demonstrates Fidesz had privately prepared for compliance while publicly rejecting the pact.

A Zimbabwean citizen who seriously injured a Polish man during an assault in Lublin has been deported from Poland after authorities reversed an earlier decision not to seek his removal. The case became a national political controversy, drawing intervention from Konfederacja and Law and Justice (PiS) politicians who argued that the suspect should have been detained and expelled from the country.

Balaton Park organizers say the MotoGP Hungarian Grand Prix received highly positive feedback from international officials, with the FIM’s safety delegate reportedly finding no need for further circuit modifications. The venue remains optimistic about hosting the championship again next year despite ongoing discussions about a potential future move to the Hungaroring.

Hungary’s annual inflation rate unexpectedly slowed to 1.8 per cent in May, confounding analyst forecasts and strengthening expectations of an imminent interest rate cut by the National Bank of Hungary. Economists largely attributed the surprise decline to the strong forint and revised their inflation forecasts lower for the year.

‘An administrative court ruling on the rights of a foreigner will…have to reconcile the Code of Foreigners with the EU Migration Pact. This will inevitably increase the discretionary power of administrative judges in migration matters. It also creates the risk of inconsistent jurisprudence or inconsistent consequences for litigants.’

The Future Mobility Association has called for the rapid introduction of dedicated regulations for electric scooters in Hungary, arguing that legal clarity and nationwide education programmes are essential as the number of scooters and related accidents continues to rise.

A man has been seriously injured in what witnesses and widely circulated social media footage suggest was an attempted beheading in Belfast, Northern Ireland. According to videos of the incident, the suspect appears to be a black man; some social media users have identified him as an African migrant, although authorities have not released any information regarding his identity, nationality, or immigration status.

The Christian Democratic People’s Party (KDNP) has announced its support for the Tisza Party’s proposed parliamentary cost-cutting measures. The plan would reduce MPs’ salaries by 40 per cent, though increased allowances for leadership positions would limit overall savings to 10–15 per cent.