‘What was the principal promise of liberalism to Hungarians who were being liberated? Nothing less than the Western gospel: the almost suspiciously harmonious unity of political freedom, peace, and prosperity.’

‘Military victories can degrade an enemy’s capacity to wage war, but they rarely secure lasting peace if the underlying ideas that animate the regime remain unchallenged and attractive to others. We must win the ideological war with Iran if any peace that follows is to endure.’

A homemade bomb exploded outside Moscow’s Balzi Rossi restaurant, killing three people and wounding 21 in an apparent attempt to target Colonel-General Aleksandr Chayko at a private birthday banquet. The suspected strike fits a pattern of Ukrainian operations bringing the war deep into Russia and could intensify security fears ahead of September’s State Duma election.

Laura Loomer has completed a dramatic reversal from amplifying Russian narratives to openly backing Ukraine, telling the Kyiv Independent that she would kill Vladimir Putin if Moscow armed Iran against US troops. The remark, coming from a prominent Trump ally, triggered a heavy backlash online and renewed scrutiny of her past pro-Kremlin messaging.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is facing mounting pressure after 22 European leaders demanded coordinated action against Spain’s mass migrant regularization policy following the recent invasion of Ceuta and Melilla. The signatories linked permissive policies to migration pull factors and warned they were prepared to restore temporary Schengen border controls.

‘The greatest impact can be achieved when green roofs are not seen as decoration, but as a mandatory and supported element of urban green infrastructure.’

‘The European Union undoubtedly needs simpler rules…However, simplification only works if, instead of making rules changeable quickly, it also makes them more predictable in the long term, so that a business can understand and comply with the requirements in less time, with less external assistance, and with greater legal certainty.’

UEFA has threatened to boycott the 2030 FIFA World Cup if football’s governing body proceeds with plans to sell partial ownership interests in the tournament to private investors. While the move sparked fears of an unprecedented split, the proposal may already be losing all of its momentum.

Ceuta was overwhelmed after an estimated 60,000 illegal migrants invaded the Spanish enclave in North Africa within 24 hours, with the crisis spreading to Melilla overnight. Morocco is widely accused of deliberately loosening border controls, while some analysts have advanced a broader theory of American and Israeli involvement for geopolitical gain.

‘We must deal with a dangerous illusion. A country cannot be made strong by an optimism that ignores its problems. It can be confident and hopeful only if it recognizes the problem in time and has a serious plan to solve it…Our task now is not to create panic. And it is not to sell false hope. But it is to remain sober.’

More than a month after its suspension from the EU Transparency Register, MCC Brussels has released a video detailing its dispute with EU authorities. The think tank argues the decision was politically motivated, questions the handling of the investigation, and says the move restricts its access to EU institutions and events.

Hungary has been selected to host the final global boxing qualification tournament for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, marking the country’s first time staging an Olympic boxing world qualifier.

The Hungarian government has approved a sweeping overhaul of the country’s education management system, including the abolition of the Klebelsberg Centre’s intermediary role and the introduction of open competitions for all school district leadership positions.

Hungary’s Paks Nuclear Power Plant could be forced to shut down completely within the next 24 to 72 hours as record-low water levels on the Danube prevent cooling water pumps from operating. The operator said the move would be a precautionary measure to ensure safe operation.

Although the Michelin Key hotel rating system is still relatively new and less established than the iconic Michelin Stars, it has already become a prestigious mark of excellence. This raises an intriguing question: how did a marketing tool created to sell tyres evolve into one of the most influential guides for modern travel?

Ferencváros advanced against the originally favoured Dutch side FC Twente in the second UEFA Europa League qualifying round. FTC won the first leg in the Netherlands 2–1, then tied the second leg 2–2 at home, playing one man down. Haitian international Lenny Joseph scored three goals across the two games.

Spanish border forces lost control of Ceuta on Thursday as an estimated 2,000–3,000 illegal migrants swam from Morocco, scaled fences, and surged into the city. Police described ‘absolute chaos’, while local officials demanded army support and emergency powers. Vox blamed the invasion on Pedro Sánchez’s regularization programme, arguing that it had created an enormous pull factor.

Dr Anthony Fauci, Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases during the COVID-19 pandemic, refused to answer questions during his testimony before the US Congress by appealing to his Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination. However, the blanket pardon he had received from President Biden takes self-incrimination off the table; thus, his refusal could land him contempt of Congress charges.

A shocking revelation coming from inside Iran as the pressure mounts on the regime.

Ukrainian drones have hit the logistics centres of Wildberries, the primary Russian online retailer, in Penza, Russia, and Udmurtia, Russia. In response, Moscow has launched a missile attack on Ukraine. One of the missiles crashed down in Poland, a NATO country, although it is unclear if that was intentionally targeted.

The European Union has adopted the first major amendment to its Artificial Intelligence Act through the Digital Omnibus AI package. The changes postpone several compliance deadlines while maintaining stricter rules for prohibited AI practices.

Hungary’s national angling association has warned that the coming week will be critical for fish stocks at Lake Velence as extreme heat, low water levels and calm weather increase environmental risks. Officials say water quality remains suitable for fish, but conditions could deteriorate rapidly.

A bust of the late lead singer of the British rock band Freddie Mercury has been unveiled in Balatonszemes, Hungary, becoming only the third publicly displayed sculpture dedicated to the musician.

The Lebanese–German Abdul Ballout, who ran a van into a crowd killing one and injuring 29 on Saturday, had been convicted of plotting a terror attack by a German court in May, but the judge suspended his 22-month sentence. He was also found guilty by a military court in Lebanon and was deported to Germany for inciting religious conflict.

‘Nestled in the rainforest, the house belonged to an elderly lady who rented out two bedrooms while continuing to live there herself. It soon became apparent that the reason she spoke English with an unusual accent was simple: she was Hungarian! Apart from a single tourist couple, she was the only fellow Hungarian we encountered during our stay in Hawaii.’

Hungary’s energy supply remains secure despite a temporary reduction in output at the Paks Nuclear Power Plant caused by record-low water levels in the Danube, Economy and Energy Minister István Kapitány said.

Hungary’s chief medical officer has declared a third-degree heat alert from Thursday through Tuesday as forecasts point to a prolonged period of extreme temperatures. Health authorities are urging residents to take precautions, particularly those in vulnerable groups.

Hungary’s Parliament has approved legislation establishing the National Asset Recovery and Protection Office. Prime Minister Péter Magyar said the new institution would operate independently of the government and could become Europe’s strongest anti-corruption body.

Unknown perpetrators have broken in and vandalized right-wing populist Chega party leader André Ventura’s office in the Assembly of the Republic building in Lisbon, Portugal. MP Ventura described the incident as ‘the rock bottom of our democracy.’

Forecast models indicate that a new heatwave will intensify across Hungary this week, with temperatures expected to climb to between 36°C and 39°C. A passing cold front brought little rainfall but briefly delayed the arrival of the extreme heat.