Opportunities for Christian Realism Today
‘Christian realism is not unprincipled power politics or mere pragmatism, but the intelligent use of power and politics for the sake of representing Christian ideas and the common good (bonum commune), within the bounds of worldly political constraints.’
Sovereignty, Economic Resilience, and the Future of Europe — Key Takeaways from the 2024 Tranzit Festival
One of Hungary’s largest political festivals, Tranzit, took place again in Tihany over the weekend. Now in its seventh year, the event featured speeches by prominent government politicians such as Péter Szijjártó, Balázs Orbán, and Antal Rogán. While the festival primarily focused on the Hungarian economy, it also addressed crucial issues such as sovereignty, migration, and foreign policy.
‘I hope we can preserve Hungarian language for the youngest generations in New Zealand’ — An Interview with Steve Fejos
‘The current Embassy has been very active in supporting the retention of the culture and also in organizing community events and film screenings, and joining us in National Day celebrations.’
A Viet Cong Partisan Girl’s Journey to Gödöllő
‘Whenever we are in Szeklerland and the Szekler anthem is sung, I sing it with the others. People find it strange, but it’s natural for me…Emotionally, I am completely attuned to Hungarians, I am with them in their joy and sorrow. I often say: I am at home in two places. Whether the plane lands in Hungary or in Vietnam, I come home.’
Video of French Woman Praising Viktor Orbán in Paris Goes Viral
Emmanuel Macron must envy Viktor Orbán for this: a video has gone viral showing a French woman approaching and praising the Hungarian prime minister on the streets of Paris. One cannot help but recall another iconic video—Macron being slapped by a member of the public in the summer of 2021.
PM Orbán: ‘Ukraine’s EU membership would mean the collapse of Europe’
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has warned of escalating financial and political risks posed by continued European support for Ukraine, criticizing EU strategies and cautioning that Hungary cannot bear the economic burden of an extended conflict.
Hungarian Puli Space Water-Snooper Reaches the Moon to Hunt for Ice
Hungary has marked a historic achievement in space exploration as its first scientific instrument successfully reached the Moon, aboard the American Intuitive Machines’ Athena lander, to search for subsurface water ice near the lunar south pole.
Hungary Vetoes Pro-War EU Conclusion on Ukraine, Supports US Peace Plan
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán vetoed joint conclusion on continued military support for Ukraine during Thursday’s emergeny European Council summit. According to Orbán, the European Union is becoming increasingly isolated with its pro-war position, which also undermines peace talks.
Trump Initiates Trade War: Risks and Potential Consequences
‘President Donald Trump carried out his promise to impose 25 per cent tariffs with no clear rationale on America’s two biggest trading partners, Canada and Mexico. They were first due to take effect last month but then both countries were offered a last-minute reprieve.’
Macron Marches Europe into War—Hungary Should Not Follow
‘Europe is marching itself off a cliff. Hungary must avoid marching with them,’ political director to the Hungarian prime minister Balázs Orbán said in response to French President Emmanuel Macron’s speech on Wednesday. As EU leaders gather in Brussels today, pro-war leaders have doubled down on their rhetoric against peace, threatening to undermine fragile peace talks.
