Prime Minister Viktor Orbán of Hungary has sat down with famed American political commentator Tucker Carlson for an interview again, this time in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. They have covered a wide array of important topics, such as the influence of the previous US administration on Hungarian politics, the state of the European economy, and most prominently, the potential end of the Russo–Ukrainian war.
Arriving in Germany for the Munich Security Conference, US Vice President JD Vance criticized European mainstream parties for marginalizing right-wing forces such as Germany’s Alternative für Deutschland, arguing that this undermines democracy and freedom of speech. His remarks came just days after Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán hosted AfD co-chair Alice Weidel in Budapest for a historic meeting.
Senior Fellow at the Center for Fundamental Rights and top contender to be the next US Ambassador to Hungary Bryan Leib has recently been interviewed by the Hungarian state television M1. In the interview, he covered a wide array of important topics, such as a potential ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia with Hungarian involvement, illegal immigration, and more.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán delivers a hard blow on EU leadership following Donald Trump’s announcement that negotiations to end the war in Ukraine will begin immediately. As Washington appears to be sidelining the EU in the talks, Orbán attributes this to Brussels’ failed diplomacy and weak leadership.
‘Numbers [during the Hungarian EU presidency] represent more than just achievements—they tell the story of a presidency determined to meet the expectations of Europe’s people and shape a better tomorrow for the continent, or as our motto puts it: Make Europe Great Again.’
Only 39 per cent of Americans have a favourable view of President Joe Biden, while 57 per cent have an unfavourable view of him, according to a new poll by Gallup. His net favourability rating of negative 28 points is by far the worst among the five living Presidents, a whopping 26 points below the second least popular of them, Donald Trump.
‘The Supreme Court has stated that, on average, it now takes 15 years for a citizen to have their case heard, a stark increase from 1.5 years before the reform. Despite billions spent by European and American taxpayers, not only have the metrics worsened, but Albanian citizens are now receiving less justice.’
‘I’m grateful to God who has arranged this opportunity, and of course, I’m very grateful to the Hungary Foundation for helping me to come here, where I’ve already done so much, met so many interesting people, traveled a lot, attended, organized and delivered lectures—definitely a life-changing experience.’
Budapest’s Puskin Cinema will screen a selection of iconic films by Milos Forman, the legendary Czech New Wave director and two-time Academy Award winner. Throughout February and March, audiences can enjoy seven of his most renowned works, showcasing his artistic evolution.
Transparency International’s Corruption Perceptions Index has once again ranked Hungary as the most corrupt member state of the EU, placing it alongside Burkina Faso and Cuba for the third consecutive year. However, this time, we exactly know the reason why. Our commentary.