Viktor Orban
Prime Minister of Hungary
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View Timeline →Hungary's Parliament Removes Immunity from Prime Minister Orban and Two Former Ministers
Hungary's Parliament has lifted the immunity of Prime Minister Viktor Orban and two former ministers, allowing for criminal investigations against them. This development highlights ongoing…
Hungary Elects New President Following Ouster of Orban Appointee
Hungary has elected Baka as the new president, replacing Tamas Sulyok, who was ousted by Prime Minister Orban during a campaign against the previous administration's…
Hungarian Parliament Votes to Remove President Sulyok Amidst Political Turmoil
Hungary's parliament has voted to amend legislation to remove President Sulyok, who was appointed during the tenure of former Prime Minister Viktor Orban. This political…
Hungarian MPs Approve Reforms to Limit PM's Powers and Block Orban's Return
Hungarian MPs approved a reform limiting the powers of Prime Minister Peter Magyar, aimed at preventing a potential return of Viktor Orban. This move is…
Viktor Orban Re-elected as Fidesz Party Leader Amid Election Defeat
Viktor Orban was re-elected as the leader of Hungary's Fidesz party despite the party's defeat in the April elections. He ran unopposed and accepted full…
Péter Magyar Sworn in as Hungary's New Prime Minister, Signaling Political Change
Péter Magyar has been sworn in as Hungary's new prime minister after defeating Viktor Orban. This political shift in Hungary may influence its foreign policy,…
Peter Magyar Becomes Hungary’s Prime Minister, Concluding Orban’s Long Reign
Peter Magyar has been sworn in as Hungary's Prime Minister, marking the end of Viktor Orban's 16-year tenure. Magyar's Tisza party has gained a significant…
EU Court Declares Hungary's LGBTQ Law a Violation of Human Rights
The European Court of Justice ruled that Hungary's LGBTQ law, enacted by PM Viktor Orban's government, violates EU law on multiple grounds. This ruling highlights…
EU Considers Ukraine Loan and Israeli Settler Sanctions After Hungarian Election
The EU is considering a loan for Ukraine and imposing sanctions on Israeli settlers following the recent Hungarian election that resulted in the ousting of…
Hungary Announces Withdrawal from the International Criminal Court Concurrent with Netanyahu's Visit
Hungary announced its withdrawal from the ICC as Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu visited Budapest, marking his first trip to Europe since the ICC issued an…
Trump Sanctions International Criminal Court; Netanyahu Expresses Gratitude
Donald Trump has imposed sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC) targeting individuals involved in investigations against U.S. citizens and allies, including Israel. Israeli Prime…
Israelis Concerned About the Safety of Sports Teams Abroad
Israeli sports fans were attacked in Amsterdam after a football match, raising concerns about their safety abroad. Dutch and Israeli officials condemned the violence, which…
Zelensky and Trump Agree to In-Person Meeting to Discuss Sustainable Peace with Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and former U.S. President Donald Trump have agreed to meet in person to discuss sustainable peace with Russia. This meeting comes…
New Leaders of the European Union Determined; Kaja Kallas Takes Over Foreign Policy Leadership from Josep Borrell
The European Union has introduced new leaders for the next five years, with Kaja Kallas taking over foreign policy from Josep Borrell. This leadership change…
Thousands of Opponents of Hungarian Prime Minister Gather in Response to 'Tisa' Party Call
Thousands of opponents of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban gathered in Budapest, demanding a change of power, led by Peter Magyar of the newly formed…
Hungarian Foreign Minister Arrives in Minsk Despite EU Sanctions on Belarus
Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto visited Minsk to discuss expanding relations with Belarus despite EU sanctions. This visit highlights Hungary's stance against sanctions and its…
Russian Drone Attack on Ukraine; Blinken Calls for Financial Aid Approval for Kyiv in US Congress
Ukraine reported a significant drone attack from Russia involving 35 drones and two missiles, targeting key infrastructure. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken urged Congress…
Private Mossad Seeks Iran's Funds Worldwide
Haaretz's investigation reveals that the Israeli private intelligence firm Black Cube is primarily focused on tracking Iranian assets globally, particularly cash, by engaging with U.S.…
Amnesty International Criticizes Continued Human Rights Violations and 'Inhuman Punishments' in Iran
Amnesty International's annual report condemns Iran for ongoing human rights abuses, including harsh punishments and suppression of freedoms. The report highlights the treatment of critics…
Presence of 360 Italian Investors in Iran
A large Italian economic delegation visited Iran, resulting in the signing of four cooperation agreements and plans for a $5 billion banking credit line. This…