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Hungary's nuclear crisis tests new PM Magyar's leadership

Record-low Danube water levels have forced Hungary's Paks nuclear plant into partial shutdown, cutting output as demand surges. Former governing party Fidesz is seizing on the outage to question the still-new government's competence.

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No evidence Hungary corruption probe breached rule of law, say experts, contrary to Orbán claims

Conflicting claims have emerged in Hungary about why a data centre linked to former PM Viktor Orbán's Fidesz party was raided as part of a wider corruption investigation. The Cube takes a look.

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EU far right cries foul, but Commission unfazed by Magyar's 'Purgatorium'

Orbán allies across Europe have raised concerns over Hungarian democracy after the president's mandate was ended and Fidesz's headquarters raided as part of a corruption probe, but the European Commission appears broadly aligned with a push to dismantle Orbán's political operation.

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Explainer: Why Péter Magyar is reluctant to align with the EU on Ukraine

Hungary's new prime minister ended Budapest's veto on Ukraine's EU accession talks in June, but is resisting further progress, citing minority rights, Western Balkans fairness, and domestic political pressures. Here's why he's digging in.

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What Germany expects from Hungary now: Magyar visits Merz

Hungarian Prime Minister Magyar is paying his first official visit to Berlin. Germany will discuss Hungary's new role in the EU, expecting Budapest to not cause political headaches.

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EU relieved to see back of Orbán but Magyar’s Hungary may still present problems

Even if migration policy and lukewarm support for Ukraine will raise tensions, Hungary will now be arguing for its own interests rather than Russia’s

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Orbán or Magyar: EU braces for veto politics or a cautious reset

As Hungarians head to the polls on Sunday, the EU is preparing for two scenarios: continued obstruction under Orbán or a victory for Magyar that could reset relations, though Brussels remains cautious about both.

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Orbán tightens border controls as Iran crisis hits Hungary's election campaign

Hungary's prime minister has raised the country's security alert level and increased checks as the Iran conflict spirals. Analysts say he is successfully using the crisis to boost his party ahead of the April election.

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Orbán raises terror alert and eyes election gains as Iran war disrupts energy markets

Hungary raises its terror threat level and renews pressure on Ukraine to restore Russian oil flows, as the Israel-US strikes on Iran roil global energy markets — handing Orbán a campaign boost.

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Hungarian election campaign enters hot phase with Ukraine, the EU and Trump in focus

With two months until Hungary's April election, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has intensified his anti-Ukraine rhetoric, while leading challenger Péter Magyar promises to curb corruption and tax relief for low earners.

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The EU wants to end the era of national vetoes – but it's complicated

Brussels has put forward numerous veto-proof legislative proposals to overcome repeated opposition from Hungary and Slovakia. Experts say the strategy is politically and legally risky. But has it become inevitable?

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Trump-Orbán: Russian oil imports and war in Ukraine on the table in 'high-stakes' Washington visit

The two leaders are politically aligned, but Washington has criticised Hungary for importing Russian energy even as the rest of Europe unplugs from Moscow. Visit could see Hungary could strike an LNG deal with Trump.

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EU cautiously welcomes Trump-Putin meeting in Budapest but experts remain sceptical

A spokesperson for Ursula von der Leyen said any meeting toward a just peace is welcome but mainstream EU political parties and experts alike are divided on the benefits of the talks.

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Czech elections: Babiš will pave his own way in the EU, observers say

According to European political observers, if Babiš is confirmed as the next Czech PM, Brussels could be in for a stronger central European alliance with Orbán and Fico. However, they believe the billionaire-turned-politician will remain pragmatic when it comes to the EU and supporting Ukraine.

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Orbán’s stance on Ukraine pushes Hungary to brink in EU relations

Member states are considering removing the country’s voting rights after its attempts to stymie support for Kyiv

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Victory of Putin ally Orbán in Hungary may trigger freeze on EU funding

MEPs say billions in payments could be withheld from far-right leader due to democratic backsliding

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