EU Eyes Russian Energy Ban Despite Hungary’s US Exemption

‘Shortly after the press conference between the two countries, the mainstream media began to sow doubts about Hungary’s diplomatic achievement. Citing anonymous sources, Reuters and the BBC started to spread rumours that Hungary received its exemption for only one year.’

Hungary to Procure HIMARS Systems from US

Hungarian Defence Minister Kristóf Szalay-Bobrovniczky confirmed that Hungary plans to acquire HIMARS rocket artillery systems from the United States, marking a new phase in bilateral defence cooperation. He said talks at the Pentagon followed the Trump–Orbán summit, which removed political obstacles that had stalled military contracts under the previous US administration.

Hungary Strengthens Energy Ties with US through Nuclear Pact

Hungary and the United States are set to deepen cooperation in nuclear energy, as Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó announced a new intergovernmental agreement with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The deal focuses on fuel supply, waste storage and small modular reactors.

Government Bloc Extends Lead as TISZA Faces Mounting Troubles

A new analysis from the Center for Fundamental Rights claims the governing Fidesz–KDNP coalition maintained a strong lead in October, while the TISZA Party continued to struggle amid controversies over data leaks, policy proposals, and public communications.

Brussels Plans to Take Poland, Hungary, Slovakia to Court over Ukrainian Import Bans

The European Commission is considering legal action against Hungary, Poland, and Slovakia for refusing to lift bans on Ukrainian agricultural imports. Beyond its legal implications, such a move could once again unite the Visegrád countries against what they perceive as Brussels’ disregard for farmers’ livelihoods and national economic sovereignty.