HAIKU States, Trade Leagues, and Hungary in the Multipolar Era
‘The HAIKU states present a novel approach to exploring and understanding how statesmen and national leaders can navigate a dynamically changing global political landscape, marked by shifts in power balances, evolving alliances, and heightened strategic competition.’
Hungarian Democracy Is Doing Well, But the Same Can’t Be Said of the Left
On Sunday, Hungarians went to the polls in an atmosphere of heightened emotions. The day after the election that saw a record turnout several conclusions can be drawn: the traditional left has nearly disappeared, anti-Hungarian conduct in the EP has been punished by voters, and Fidesz remains by far the strongest party. However, there are still many unanswered questions, especially regarding the next steps of the newcomer Tisza party.
‘We hope that Hungary will continue to be a strong voice for Israel and for truth’ — An Interview with Avi Benlolo
‘Everybody’s awoken now, and they are angry, very angry. And that really is what is meant by the end of the innocence. Because before then, even though we knew there was antisemitism, and even though we knew Hamas was a threat, no one understood its severity,’ Avi Benlolo of The Abraham Global Peace Initiative told us in an exclusive interview after the screening of his short documentary The End of the Innocence about the Hamas attacks.
Fragile Truce Shattered: Israel Targets Hamas After Two-Month Ceasefire
The ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, which controls Gaza, lasted for two months. Currently, 59 hostages are still awaiting their release as Israel has once again resorted to military action against the terrorist organization.
Chris Hansen Catches Illegal Alien in Latest Predator Sting
TV legend Chris Hansen, best known for his segment To Catch a Predator on Dateline NBC in the mid-2000s, has recently caught an illegal alien from Mexico trying to have sex with a 15-year-old sex traffic victim in his latest investigation. He went on Jesse Watters Primetime to talk about the outrageous case.
Hungary Rejects Sacrificing Minority Rights for Ukraine’s EU Accession
Hungarian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Péter Szijjártó stated that Hungary firmly rejects Ukraine’s fast-track EU accession, especially if it comes at the expense of the Transcarpathian Hungarian community. For the past ten years, Kyiv has gradually curtailed the rights of national minorities, including Transcarpathian Hungarians.
Hungary Lifts Veto on EU Russia Sanctions at Urging by Rubio
According to reporting by POLITICO, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio urged Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó of Hungary to have the Hungarian government lift its veto on the renewal of sanctions on Russia by the EU. Hungary eventually did refrain from using its veto power, and thus the sanctions have been renewed for another six months.
Hungary’s USAID Inquiry Raises Possibility of Legal Consequences
Hungarian officials signal potential legal consequences over USAID funding in Hungary. Government commissioner András László, after meeting US State Department officials, said many projects raise suspicions of political interference and legal actions will be examined. Meanwhile, Fidesz parliamentary leader Máté Kocsis proposed a constitutional amendment allowing the expulsion of dual citizens if their activities threaten Hungary’s sovereignty.
Who Is Keith Kellogg, and What Role Does He Play in Shaping US Foreign Policy?
‘On the day the US temporarily halted military aid to Ukraine, Kellogg delivered a speech at CFR in Washington, DC. He emphasized that Ukraine had several opportunities to sign the US–Ukraine $500 billion Minerals Deal, including during his visit to Kyiv on 19 February and during Zelenskyy’s last trip to Washington, which is unlikely to be remembered as a successful diplomatic effort.’
Trump, Putin to Talk Ukraine Ceasefire as Path to Normalization Emerges
Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin are set to hold talks on Tuesday over a potential ceasefire deal between Ukraine and Russia, which Kyiv has already accepted, while Moscow remains cautious. As peace talks progress, the positions of the involved parties are shifting rapidly: Ukraine no longer views the lifting of Western sanctions on Russia as a red line, and some European leaders are now openly discussing the normalization of relations with Moscow.
