As Europe debates migration, sovereignty, living costs, and the green agenda, MCC Brussels hosts a launch event for Frank Füredi’s new book In Defence of Populism on 20 May. Joined by Matthew Karnitschnig, Füredi will examine populism, democracy, and Europe’s shifting political landscape.

Wizz Air is expanding its capacity across Central and Eastern Europe and expects to carry 80 million passengers this year, maintaining low fares and avoiding fuel surcharges despite rising costs.

Hungarian Prime Minister-elect Péter Magyar has invited Volodymyr Zelenskyy to Transcarpathia for talks aimed at resetting deeply strained Hungarian–Ukrainian relations, placing the rights of the Hungarian minority at the centre of a potential diplomatic breakthrough between Budapest and Kyiv.

In a game that is sure to be talked about for generations, defending champions Paris Saint-Germain bested Bayern Munich 5–4 (!) at home in the first leg of the first UEFA Champions League semi-final. The final will be held at the Puskás Aréna in Budapest, Hungary, on 30 May.

Romania’s deepening political crisis could create a strategic paradox for Hungary’s incoming government. While instability in Bucharest may strengthen Péter Magyar’s leverage in negotiations with Brussels over frozen EU funds, the growing influence of AUR simultaneously threatens the position of RMDSZ and could create unwanted tensions between Hungary and Romania.

Kia has narrowed the price gap with Chinese electric vehicle makers in Europe, signalling intensifying competition as Chinese brands rapidly expand in the region amid slowing domestic demand.

A number of people in education in the United States have been called out on X for posting messages seemingly condoning the assassination of President Donald Trump.

Fidesz has unveiled its new parliamentary group following its election defeat, with a mix of experienced politicians and new faces as part of a broader renewal effort.

AfD continues to gain momentum in Germany, reaching 28 per cent in a new INSA poll and emerging as the most preferred party to provide the country’s next chancellor, signalling a growing crisis of legitimacy for Friedrich Merz and CDU.

‘Defence cooperation among the Turkic states has gained greater impetus than before, and the Organization of Turkic States has itself become an increasingly important platform for these endeavours.’

Hungary’s unemployment rate stood at 4.5 per cent in March 2026, according to KSH data, placing the country among the lowest in the EU. Employment rose month-on-month, while joblessness declined, with the rate coming in below both expectations and the EU average.

Mairi McAllan’s assertion that Scotland receives ‘too few’ migrants has intensified the immigration debate ahead of the Holyrood election, as Reform UK and Conservatives accuse the SNP of ignoring mounting pressure on housing and the growing unease among voters.

Viktor Orbán’s exit from parliament marks the end of an era—but also a deliberate attempt to shape what comes next. His move reflects a calculated effort to preserve his political myth and avoid becoming a constant, easily targeted opposition figure—or a liability for Fidesz after its crushing electoral defeat.

Trump’s strategy regarding the US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz appears to be working, as Tehran has put forward a new proposal to make progress toward ending the war.

Marie-Louise Eta is the first woman to be appointed as head coach in one of the big four European men’s football leagues. Thus far, she has suffered two losses with her team, Union Berlin, including one against relegation-bound VfL Wolfsburg. Can she turn things around and set a trend of female coaches in men’s pro football?

Hungary is entering a new phase of railway development, with plans to reopen and modernize regional lines, according to incoming transport minister Dávid Vitézy.

Israeli police confiscated a Hungarian flag from a protester, claiming it resembled the Palestinian flag and could provoke tensions, according to media reports. The incident quickly drew ridicule online, with critics questioning how the Hungarian tricolour could be mistaken in such a context.

Outgoing Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán reacted to the attempted shooting of Donald Trump by stressing that violence ‘has no place’ in politics. The sentiment of his statement was mirrored by multiple European leaders, who quickly voiced solidarity with the US president.

While US President Donald Trump was attending the White House Correspondents’ Dinner at the Washington Hilton in Washington, DC, a gunman opened fire in the building. The suspect was apprehended and identifed as 31-year-old Cole Tomas Allen, a teacher from Torrance, California. This is the third assassination attempt against President Trump.

For the first time since the regime change in 1989–1990, Viktor Orbán will not be serving as a Member of the National Assembly of Hungary, signalling the start of a new political era in the country. He has returned his parliamentary mandate, and the Fidesz faction will be led by Gergely Gulyás instead.

The incoming Minister of Education and Child Care Affairs of Hungary Judit Lannert, named by prime minister-elect Péter Magyar, has received backlash online after people found that she promoted LGBTQ activism on her Facebook profile in the summer of 2021, the time when the national Assembly of Hungary passed the Child Protection Act.

A Vienna court has sparked outrage after sentencing a 52-year-old Syrian man to just 4.5 years in prison for sexually abusing a six-year-old girl. The Freedom Party of Austria (FPÖ) sharply condemned the ruling, linking the case to what it described as failed immigration policies and calling for immediate deportation.

The Hungarian Civil Collaboration Association (MPEE) has identified 12 core values that unite Hungarians, based on a nationwide survey. Presented by President of MPEE Enikő Győri, the findings highlight strong public support for peace, family, work, and transparency. The initiative is aiming to define a shared ‘national minimum’ beyond party politics.

The European Commission’s first report under the Digital Services Act (DSA) has sparked backlash after warning that emojis such as pills, snowflakes, or leaves may be used as coded language in online drug sales. The findings were quickly mocked online, fuelling concerns about overreach and the policing of everyday communication.

Hungarian prime minister-elect Péter Magyar has announced four additional ministers for the incoming Tisza government, including Vilmos Kátai-Németh, the first blind person to lead a ministry in Hungary. The Transport and Investment portfolio will be led by Dávid Vitézy, who has served in several positions linked to the Orbán government, while the ‘driving force behind the transition’, as minister heading the Prime Minister’s Office, will be Bálint Ruff, a political strategist well known in liberal and socialist circles.

Hungary’s parliament approved 447 bills during the 2022–2026 term, including five constitutional amendments addressing issues from emergency powers to judicial rules.

Oil shipments have resumed to Hungary and Slovakia through the Druzhba pipeline after nearly three months, easing supply concerns following a prolonged disruption linked to war-related damage.

Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar of Minnesota is involved in a scandal after The Wall Street Journal revealed that she had revised her and her husband’s net worth from $30 million to just $100,000 in her financial disclosure. Additional scrutiny of their financial report found a winery, valued at millions of dollars, which does not seem to be selling any wine.

First post-election polling data indicate a widening gap between Hungary’s incoming governing Tisza Party and Fidesz–KDNP, with support shifting decisively in favour of the winner. The results reflect not only a post-election ‘honeymoon effect’ around Tisza, but also an intensifying internal crisis within Fidesz regarding the interpretation of the election results.

An unnamed Hungarian company has applied to launch ‘Rainbow TV’, a new channel targeting LGBTQ audiences. The move comes just days after the European Court of Justice ruled Hungary’s child protection law unlawful, requiring the country to roll back legislation that prohibits the promotion of homosexuality and gender issues in media accessible to children.