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Despite Global Risks, Hungary Sees Economic Stability Through Banking

Due to global economic uncertainty, central banks in both Europe and the US have raised their inflation forecasts and cut growth expectations. Hungary, however, anticipates modest growth this year, supported by strong domestic consumption and a stable banking sector….
  • Ádám Bráder
  • ‎ —‎ 02.07.2025
  • CURRENT, POLITICS

USAID Ceases All Operations — Balázs Orbán: RIP to US-Funded Revolutions

As of 1 July 2025, the US Agency for International Development (USAID) has ended all of its operations, with the remaining programmes continuing under the State Department’s oversight. Political Director to the Hungarian Prime Minister Balázs Orbán welcomed the decision,…
  • Joakim Scheffer
  • ‎ —‎ 02.07.2025
  • CURRENT

Hungary’s Airspace Hits New Heights as Budapest Airport, Overflight Traffic Break Records

Air traffic in Hungary is booming, with Budapest Airport reporting a 14 per cent increase and overflight traffic rising 6 per cent since last year. HungaroControl highlights the country’s growing tourism appeal and increased traffic due to the Ukraine conflict….
  • Ádám Bráder
  • ‎ —‎ 02.07.2025
  • CURRENT, POLITICS

Protesters Demand Snap Elections in Serbia Despite Ruling Party Wins

Protests in Serbia have continued since November, sparked by a deadly infrastructure collapse and growing anger at President Vučić’s government. As the EU backs protesters and withholds aid, Hungary defends Vučić, denouncing the movement as a foreign-backed attempt to destabilize…
  • Lili Zemplényi
  • ‎ —‎ 02.07.2025
  • CURRENT, POLITICS

Hungary and Montenegro Strengthen Regional Alliance and Push for EU Integration

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán called Montenegro a ‘key country’ and reaffirmed Hungary’s support for its EU membership. Meeting with Montenegrin PM Milojko Spajić in Budapest, the leaders signed cooperation agreements in infrastructure and telecoms….
  • Ádám Bráder
  • ‎ —‎ 02.07.2025
  • CULTURE & SOCIETY

100 Years of Diplomatic Ties Between Hungary and Iran

On the 100th anniversary of Hungarian–Iranian diplomatic ties, Hungary joined Iran Expo 2025 in Tehran, fostering business talks and new trade partnerships. With 3,100 traders from 111 countries, the expo underscored growing economic, agricultural, and educational cooperation between the two…
  • Ibolya Lubiczki
  • ‎ —‎ 02.07.2025
  • CULTURE & SOCIETY, CURRENT

Comedian Admits To Going Soft on Biden Because ‘He Was Compromised Mentally’

In a recent podcast appearance, comedian Dana Carvey admitted that he avoided being too harsh on President Biden with his impression of him on Saturday Night Live, since it was obvious that the former POTUS was ‘compromised mentally’….
  • Márton Losonczi
  • ‎ —‎ 01.07.2025
  • CULTURE & SOCIETY, CURRENT

MCC Sees Unprecedented Interest in Free University and Youth Courses

A record number of young people have applied to the Mathias Corvinus Collegium’s free talent programmes, prompting an extension of the University Programme application deadline to 4 August. Interest spans from primary school to university-level courses….
  • Ádám Bráder
  • ‎ —‎ 01.07.2025
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Future of US–Ukraine Minerals Deal Clouded by Russian Gains

Russia’s capture of Shevchenko—site of a key lithium deposit—is alarming investors over the future of a US–Ukraine critical minerals deal. With further Russian advances, Donald Trump may face a tough choice: ramp up pressure on Moscow or risk the deal’s…
  • Joakim Scheffer
  • ‎ —‎ 01.07.2025
  • CULTURE & SOCIETY, CURRENT

Hungary Freezes Prices on Dozens of Medicines to Protect Families and Pensioners

To curb unjustified price hikes, Hungary’s government and the pharmaceutical sector have agreed to voluntarily cap prices on 44 popular over-the-counter and prescription medicines until mid-2026, aiming to protect families and pensioners….
  • Ádám Bráder
  • ‎ —‎ 01.07.2025
  • CURRENT, POLITICS, REVIEW

Denmark Assumes Presidency of the Council of the EU

On 1 July, Denmark is assuming the rotating presidency of the Council of the EU. They will be carrying over European competitiveness as a major priority from the Hungarian presidency a year ago. However, on the issues of migration, Russian…
  • Márton Losonczi
  • ‎ —‎ 01.07.2025
  • CULTURE & SOCIETY

Hungarian Artist Selected to Exhibit at 2025 London Art Biennale

Hungarian painter Ágnes Zászkaliczky will showcase her evocative vision of a fragile Venice at the 2025 London Art Biennale, joining over 350 artists from 60 countries in Chelsea Old Town Hall. Known for blending classical artistry with modern expression, Zászkaliczky’s…
  • Joakim Scheffer
  • ‎ —‎ 01.07.2025
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REVIEW

‘You can’t have equal distance from all countries’ — An Interview with Paul Fox
Opinion|Politics

‘You can’t have equal distance from all countries’ — An Interview with Paul Fox

Should Ukraine join the EU? Is Russia a threat to Europe? Does Trump endanger transatlantic relations? And how are British–Hungarian relations after five years in the making? We spoke with the British Ambassador to Hungary on the occasion of his completion of a five-year term as Ambassador this autumn.

Tamás Maráczi
27.06.2025
The Iran–Israel Conflict: A Conservative Foreign Policy at Crossroads
CURRENT

The Iran–Israel Conflict: A Conservative Foreign Policy at Crossroads

‘And therein lies the challenge: while Russia’s decline creates a vacuum, China fills it with discretion. It has not entered the war—but it shapes its parameters. It has not declared sides—but it has ensured that one survives. That ambiguity is not a flaw of Beijing’s strategy. It is the strategy.’

Arian Aghashahi
27.06.2025
Viktor Orbán: ‘Terrorist threat is increasing; extraordinary security measures take effect’
CURRENT

Viktor Orbán: ‘Terrorist threat is increasing; extraordinary security measures take effect’

The Hungarian government took every step to protect Hungary and the Hungarian families.

Ibolya Lubiczki
26.06.2025
The Center’s Szánthó: ‘Hungary’s sovereignty is threatened by the globalists’ political grey zone’
CURRENT

The Center’s Szánthó: ‘Hungary’s sovereignty is threatened by the globalists’ political grey zone’

At an event hosted by the Research Institute for the Defence of Sovereignty, Miklós Szánthó, Director General for the Center for Fundamental Rights, talked about the foreign threats targeting Hungary’s national sovereignty; as well as what is at stake in next year’s Hungarian parliamentary election.

Márton Losonczi
26.06.2025
Orbán Strikes Back as Von der Leyen Pressures Hungary over Budapest Pride
CURRENT

Orbán Strikes Back as Von der Leyen Pressures Hungary over Budapest Pride

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has called on Hungarian authorities to allow the Budapest Pride march—scheduled for Saturday—to proceed, despite new legislation banning it. Prime Minister Viktor Orbán urged von der Leyen not to interfere in Hungary’s domestic affairs.

Joakim Scheffer
26.06.2025
The Ceasefire Holds, but Peace Remains Elusive
CURRENT

The Ceasefire Holds, but Peace Remains Elusive

Israel’s 12-day offensive against Iran aimed to derail Tehran’s nuclear ambitions—an effort ultimately reinforced by a decisive intervention from Donald Trump.

Dávid Nagy
26.06.2025
Hungarian Geometric Discovery Could Revolutionize Spacecraft Design
CULTURE & SOCIETY TECH

Hungarian Geometric Discovery Could Revolutionize Spacecraft Design

Researchers at the Budapest University of Technology and Economics have created the world’s first monostable tetrahedron—an object that always flips to rest on the same face—potentially transforming spacecraft design and landing systems.

Ádám Bráder
26.06.2025
Hungary to Host MotoGP and Superbike Championships at Balaton Park Circuit
CULTURE & SOCIETY CURRENT

Hungary to Host MotoGP and Superbike Championships at Balaton Park Circuit

Hungary’s Balaton Park Circuit will host both MotoGP and Superbike World Championship rounds this summer, marking a major milestone for Hungarian motorsport and offering new opportunities to inspire the next generation of riders.

Ádám Bráder
26.06.2025
‘Our finger remains on the trigger’ — An Interview with the Iranian Ambassador
Opinion|Politics

‘Our finger remains on the trigger’ — An Interview with the Iranian Ambassador

Who started the war? Who is violating international law and committing war crimes? How much damage has Iran suffered, and how much damage can it cause to Israel? Our interview with Morteza Moradian, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Budapest, about the context of the war.

Tamás Maráczi
26.06.2025
Radical Socialist’s Victory in NYC Democratic Primary Shocks the US
CURRENT POLITICS

Radical Socialist’s Victory in NYC Democratic Primary Shocks the US

33-year-old radical socialist Zohran Mamdani won the Democratic primary for the 2025 New York City mayoral election. Previously, he has publicly supported radial ideas such as defunding the police for ‘queer liberation,’ decriminalizing prostitution, and safe injection sites for drug addicts—the American political establishment on both sides is stunned.

Márton Losonczi
26.06.2025
Hungary Defends National Sovereignty as 2.2 Million Vote on Ukraine’s EU Accession
CURRENT

Hungary Defends National Sovereignty as 2.2 Million Vote on Ukraine’s EU Accession

Hungary’s Voks 2025 referendum on Ukraine’s EU accession became one of the most successful public consultations ever, with over 2.2 million votes. State Secretary Balázs Hidvéghi declared the results will shape Hungary’s stance in Brussels, opposing what he calls a ‘reckless’ EU push for Ukraine’s membership.

Ádám Bráder
26.06.2025
Orbán Declares ‘Battle Won’ as NATO Shifts Focus from Ukraine
CURRENT

Orbán Declares ‘Battle Won’ as NATO Shifts Focus from Ukraine

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán described this year’s NATO summit as a ‘battle won’ for member states advocating the strengthening of the Alliance over prioritizing Ukraine. He also emphasized that the European Union must ease its fiscal rules to enable member states to meet the new 5 per cent defence commitment by 2035.

Joakim Scheffer
26.06.2025
Splitting or Strengthening? — The Crisis of the Radical Left
POLITICS

Splitting or Strengthening? — The Crisis of the Radical Left

‘The big question for the future on the radical left is, therefore, whether the current split will, as the separatists intend, help the left find its place in European domestic politics. Or, on the contrary, is it just another step in the process of complete organizational fragmentation and becoming irrelevant?’

Tibor Navracsics
26.06.2025
Pécs City Centre Will Once Again Be Bathed in Light in July
CULTURE & SOCIETY

Pécs City Centre Will Once Again Be Bathed in Light in July

The Zsolnay Light Festival will be held in Pécs between 3 and 6 July this year. Attracting more than 100,000 visitors every year, it has earned its place among Europe’s most prestigious light festivals as the largest light-themed event in Hungary.

Magyar Krónika
25.06.2025
Banning Pride Parades Is Not a Big Deal If It Happens in California
OPINION

Banning Pride Parades Is Not a Big Deal If It Happens in California

Hungary has received extensive negative coverage from the mainstream media in the West after the National Assembly passed a law restricting the Budapest Pride march earlier this year. Back in 2019, however, the coverage was very different when city officials in Modesto, California, denied the permit for a straight pride parade.

Márton Losonczi
25.06.2025
Orbán Praises Trump’s ‘Common Sense’ Diplomacy at NATO Summit
CURRENT

Orbán Praises Trump’s ‘Common Sense’ Diplomacy at NATO Summit

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán welcomed the return of what he called ‘common sense diplomacy’, as reflected in US President Donald Trump’s approach to managing global conflicts. He also stated that Russia does not pose a real threat to NATO, asserting that the Alliance is significantly stronger.

Joakim Scheffer
25.06.2025
Rubio Says No Russian Sanctions Despite EU and Ukraine Pleas
CURRENT

Rubio Says No Russian Sanctions Despite EU and Ukraine Pleas

US President Donald Trump will not consider stricter measures against Russia, despite appeals from EU leaders and Ukraine during the NATO annual summit in The Hague. Secretary of State Marco Rubio argued that such actions would signal the end of diplomatic engagement.

Joakim Scheffer
25.06.2025
‘This is a historic moment for Israel’ — An Interview with Maya Kadosh
CURRENT INTERVIEW

‘This is a historic moment for Israel’ — An Interview with Maya Kadosh

Is Israel prepared for any unexpected scenario of war? What was the casus belli, and what is the war goal for the Jewish state? Can Israel’s Palestinian and Iranian policies be defended? We asked Israel’s ambassador to Hungary about the war.

Tamás Maráczi
25.06.2025
Orbán, Zelenskyy Clash at NATO Summit over Ukraine’s EU Accession
CURRENT

Orbán, Zelenskyy Clash at NATO Summit over Ukraine’s EU Accession

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán clashed during the annual NATO summit in The Hague over Ukraine’s bid to join the European Union. While Zelenskyy argued that it is unfair for a single member state to block Ukraine’s EU aspirations, Orbán responded that it is equally unfair to risk dragging the Union into a direct conflict with Russia.

Joakim Scheffer
25.06.2025
Vera Rubin Observatory to Launch World’s Largest Sky Survey with Hungarian Involvement
CULTURE & SOCIETY TECH

Vera Rubin Observatory to Launch World’s Largest Sky Survey with Hungarian Involvement

The Vera C Rubin Observatory, home to the world’s largest astronomical camera, will begin operations in Chile later this year. The groundbreaking sky survey will run for a decade and include Hungarian researchers contributing to data analysis and software development.

Ádám Bráder
25.06.2025
Dutch Parliament Votes to Challenge Hungarian Sovereignty with Pride Support
CURRENT POLITICS

Dutch Parliament Votes to Challenge Hungarian Sovereignty with Pride Support

Despite Hungary’s legal ban on Pride events, Dutch MPs have backed a motion calling on Cabinet members to attend the Budapest march next month, raising concerns over political interference and disregard for national sovereignty.

Ádám Bráder
25.06.2025
Tibor Kapu Becomes First Hungarian in Space in 45 Years after Succesful Launch
CURRENT TECH

Tibor Kapu Becomes First Hungarian in Space in 45 Years after Succesful Launch

Research astronaut Tibor Kapu became the second Hungarian in space following the successful launch of the Axiom-4 space mission on Wednesday. Kapu will carry out 25 scientific experiments during the 14 days he and the three other crew members will spend aboard the International Space Station—marking a historic return for Hungary to space.

Joakim Scheffer
25.06.2025
MCC Director: Foreign Funding Undermines Hungarian Democracy
CURRENT

MCC Director: Foreign Funding Undermines Hungarian Democracy

Foreign influence is increasingly threatening Hungary’s national sovereignty, experts warned at a Budapest conference. Massive foreign funding, political manipulation, and NGO activity were cited as tools used to reshape Hungarian politics from the outside.

Ádám Bráder
25.06.2025
Most Popular Domestic Tourist Destination in Hungary Revealed
CULTURE & SOCIETY

Most Popular Domestic Tourist Destination in Hungary Revealed

While foreign tourists flock to Budapest, Hungarians head for Lake Balaton in summer. New data from Szallas.hu reveals Siófok as the top domestic destination. Known for its water tower, Ferris wheel, and quirky Upside Down House, the city of Siófok draws the most domestic visitors in Hungary.

Márton Losonczi
24.06.2025
Trump’s Triumphant Return — Prospects Ahead of The Hague NATO Summit
CURRENT POLITICS

Trump’s Triumphant Return — Prospects Ahead of The Hague NATO Summit

US President Donald Trump will return to the NATO table in just a few hours for the first time since 2019. The summit in The Hague is set to be far from routine for several reasons: member states are expected to approve a 5 per cent defence spending target by 2035. It will also mark the first summit since 2022 not centred on Ukraine, raising questions about Kyiv’s increasingly uncertain future.

Joakim Scheffer
24.06.2025
Balázs Orbán, JD Vance Discuss Deepening US–Hungary Ties in Washington
CURRENT

Balázs Orbán, JD Vance Discuss Deepening US–Hungary Ties in Washington

A series of high-level meetings between Hungarian and US government officials continues, as Balázs Orbán, Political Director of the Hungarian Prime Minister met with US Vice President JD Vance on Tuesday at the White House to discuss bilateral cooperation.

Joakim Scheffer
24.06.2025
AI to Revolutionize Banking Sector, Deloitte Predicts
TECH

AI to Revolutionize Banking Sector, Deloitte Predicts

Artificial intelligence is poised to fundamentally reshape financial services, particularly the banking sector, by enhancing efficiency, cutting costs, and opening new business opportunities—according to a new Deloitte report.

Ádám Bráder
24.06.2025
Crude Oil Prices Plunge in Response to Restrained Iranian Retaliation, Ceasefire News
CURRENT

Crude Oil Prices Plunge in Response to Restrained Iranian Retaliation, Ceasefire News

After last week’s big jump, crude oil prices have come down close to their pre-Iran attack levels after the conflict in the Middle East between Iran, Israel, and the United States started to cool down. In response, the major US stock index also rose.

Márton Losonczi
24.06.2025
Hungary Is Seen as a Trendsetter in the Indo-Pacific — An Interview with Shihoko Goto
INTERVIEW

Hungary Is Seen as a Trendsetter in the Indo-Pacific — An Interview with Shihoko Goto

Shihoko Goto, Senior Fellow at the Mansfield Foundation, discusses the evolving concept of Indo-Pacific governance, Hungary’s strategic appeal in the region, and the balancing act countries face amid growing US–China competition.

Ádám Bráder
24.06.2025
Trump Announces Full Ceasefire between Israel and Iran, Declaring End to 12-Day War
CURRENT

Trump Announces Full Ceasefire between Israel and Iran, Declaring End to 12-Day War

President Donald Trump announced a full ceasefire agreement between Israel and Iran, bringing an end to what he called the 12-day war. The truce, reached with US mediation, is set to take effect Tuesday at midnight Washington time.

Ádám Bráder
24.06.2025
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