Viktor Orban
Trump hosts Hungary’s nationalist leader at White House
U.S. President Donald Trump welcomed Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban at the White House Monday, where they discussed trade, energy and national security. Continue reading
The rising worries about anti-Semitism in Europe
A recent European Union survey of 16,500 Jewish people across Europe showed that 28 per cent of respondents reported being harassed within the past year. Continue reading
Protests outside Hungarian parliament over labour reform criticized as ‘slave law’
Protesters shouting “Traitors, traitors” faced off against hundreds of police who stood on the steps of the parliament building. Continue reading
Hungary implements ban on homeless people sleeping on the streets
Penalties for homeless people who receive four warnings within 90 days include jail time or up to six months in a public works program. Continue reading
Roger Waters draws ire in Brazil after ‘fascist’ comments during concert
Brazilian rock fans cry outrage over Roger Waters’ politically-charged concert, ‘Roger Waters, just sing your song. Don’t put your finger where you don’t know.’ Continue reading
EU votes to open sanction procedures against Viktor Orban’s Hungary
The European Union has voted to launch action against Hungary’s government and its prime minister, Viktor Orban, for allegedly undermining the rule of law. Continue reading
Support rises for Hungary’s far-right political party, Jobbik
Despite four years of negative press due to its extreme positions, Hungary’s far-right political party, Jobbik, saw its popular support rise once Sunday’s national election results were tallied. Continue reading