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Slovakia: Fico uses anti-EU rhetoric as diversionary tactic DW 07/22/2025

Fico's veto stance was portrayed as a question of national sovereignty and national pride, claiming the sanctions would harm Slovakia's economy and energy supplies.

Europe politics

US politics

Hungary opposition figures urge Democrats to organize against autocratic takeover by Trump

Democrats must urgently organize for the 2026 midterms to prevent an autocratic takeover.

#hungary

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Hungary: Orban's new hate campaign against Ukraine DW 07/15/2025

LGBT

The success of Budapest Pride hurt Orban but be warned, Europe's far right is coming for all of our rights | Gordon Cole-Schmidt

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The Guardian view on Budapest's pride parade: a humiliation for Orban and a triumph for European values | Editorial

SF LGBT

Anti-LGBTQ+ Hungarian PM named 'king of Budapest pride'

Europe politics

Orban to continue anti-Ukrainian course after 'referendum' DW 06/27/2025

Europe politics

Dozens of MEPs to attend Budapest Pride in defiance of Viktor Orban

EU data protection

Hungary: Orban's new hate campaign against Ukraine DW 07/15/2025

LGBT

The success of Budapest Pride hurt Orban but be warned, Europe's far right is coming for all of our rights | Gordon Cole-Schmidt

fromPinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news

LGBT

The Guardian view on Budapest's pride parade: a humiliation for Orban and a triumph for European values | Editorial

SF LGBT

Anti-LGBTQ+ Hungarian PM named 'king of Budapest pride'

Europe politics

Orban to continue anti-Ukrainian course after 'referendum' DW 06/27/2025

Europe politics

Dozens of MEPs to attend Budapest Pride in defiance of Viktor Orban

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3 weeks ago

No arrests after Budapest Pride defied Orban's ban, police say

Hungarian authorities did not detain participants of Budapest's LGBTQ+ Pride parade despite threats from the government.

4 weeks ago

Budapest police say won't prosecute Pride participants DW 07/08/2025

Budapest police will not pursue legal action against Pride parade participants despite previous prohibitions, influenced by municipal support.

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4 weeks ago

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Budapest police relent in prosecution of Pride participants DW 07/08/2025

Hungary inspires U.S. conservatives. Its leader is seen as running a 'dictatorship'

Despite its beauty, Budapest operates under an electoral autocracy characterized by authoritarian practices disguised within democratic frameworks.

4 weeks ago

SF LGBT

Budapest police relent in prosecution of Pride participants DW 07/08/2025

Hungary inspires U.S. conservatives. Its leader is seen as running a 'dictatorship'

Despite its beauty, Budapest operates under an electoral autocracy characterized by authoritarian practices disguised within democratic frameworks.

LGBT

Opposing parties use mass Budapest Pride to boost their own agendas

LGBT

Defying a ban, Hungarians saved Budapest Pride and rebuked a prime minister

LGBT

Tens of thousands defy Hungary's ban on Pride in protest against Orban

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LGBT

Opposing parties use mass Budapest Pride to boost their own agendas

LGBT

Defying a ban, Hungarians saved Budapest Pride and rebuked a prime minister

LGBT

Tens of thousands defy Hungary's ban on Pride in protest against Orban

LGBT

Budapest Pride: Thousands of marchers defy police ban DW 06/28/2025

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LGBT

Around 100,000 march in Budapest Pride in open defiance of Hungary's ban

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Around 100,000 march in Budapest Pride event in defiance of Hungary's ban

LGBT

Budapest Pride goes ahead despite police ban DW 06/28/2025

Hungary Pride goes forward despite threat from repressive law

Hungary's LGBTQ+ community defies a ban by Prime Minister Orban, supported by Budapest's liberal mayor, to hold Pride festivities amid increasing repression.

fromeuronews

Orban warns of 'legal consequences' over banned Budapest Pride march

Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán threatens legal action for those participating in the Pride of Budapest march, while the mayor vows to proceed with a separate event.

LGBT

Budapest Pride: Thousands of marchers defy police ban DW 06/28/2025

fromwww.eastbaytimes.com

LGBT

Around 100,000 march in Budapest Pride in open defiance of Hungary's ban

US news

Around 100,000 march in Budapest Pride event in defiance of Hungary's ban

LGBT

Budapest Pride goes ahead despite police ban DW 06/28/2025

LGBT

Hungary Pride goes forward despite threat from repressive law

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Orban warns of 'legal consequences' over banned Budapest Pride march

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Trump Following Orban's Playbook, Says President of Ousted U

"There was a lot of legal uncertainty created by Orbán, and this is exactly the same playbook which is being used by the Trump administration."

Europe politics

fromwww.nytimes.com

Harvard's Battle Is Familiar to a University the Right Forced Into Exile

Central European University, founded by George Soros, faces threats similar to those confronting U.S. universities under the Trump administration.

Europe politics

fromwww.thelocal.fr

Le Pen and Orban lambast EU at far-right rally in France

The anti-immigration wing of European politics, exemplified by Marine Le Pen and Viktor Orban, is gaining confidence and prominence in the EU.

Central Europe's right-wing populist networks up their game DW 06/05/2025

Orban celebrated the chaos wrought by the 'Trump tornado' and called on 'conservatives' to seize the opportunity it offers: "We have to go home, and everyone has to win their own election."

Right-wing politics

US politics

Hungary: A model for democratic decay?

Viktor Orban's Hungary serves as a controversial model for Trump's supporters and a cautionary tale for critics about authoritarian governance.

Hungary's Viktor Orban targets Ukraine, as opposition grows DW 05/11/2025

Hungarian media campaigns portray Ukraine as a criminal threat to EU security, fueling anti-Ukrainian sentiment ahead of a referendum on Ukraine's EU membership.

US politics

fromThe New Yorker

3 months ago

How Bad Is It?: Andrew Marantz on the Health of Our Democracy

The assessment of American democracy highlights concerns of potential autocratic trends under Trump's leadership by analyzing OrbÃ¡n's Hungary as a cautionary example.

3 months ago

US removes sanctions from Antal Rogan, aide to Hungary's Viktor Orban

The punitive measures on Antal Rogan were deemed inconsistent with US foreign policy interests, leading to his removal from the Specially Designated Nationals List.

US politics

fromThe Atlantic

Why Trump Wants to Control Universities

Hungary's cultural policies offer lessons for the U.S., especially in countering leftist influences in universities and society.

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fromwww.aljazeera.com

Hungary says it will withdraw from ICC as Israel's Netanyahu visits

Hungary is withdrawing from the International Criminal Court, coinciding with an ongoing ICC arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu.

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fromwww.nytimes.com

Netanyahu Arrives in Hungary, Finding a Rare Welcome in Europe

Netanyahu visited Hungary, confident that the ICC arrest warrant against him would be ignored.

fromNieman Lab

A Hungarian investigative news site finds YouTube success with an "old-fashioned" documentary

Direkt36 exemplifies resilience and dedication to investigative journalism in Hungary amid government control of the media.

Europe politics

Why does Hungary's Viktor Orban support Serbian nationalism? DW 03/28/2025

Hungary's PM Viktor Orban aids authoritarian leaders in evading justice, raising security and geopolitical concerns.

fromThe Nation

How a Free-Speech University Sidles Up to Orban's Strongman Rule

The University of Austin faces criticism for employing staff with ties to Hungary's authoritarian regime, contradicting its commitment to open inquiry.

fromThe Atlantic

Trump's Attempts to Muzzle the Press Look Familiar

The U.S. president's approach to media suppression mirrors Viktor OrbÃ¡n's tactics in Hungary.

fromThe Atlantic

Hungary Joins the DOGE Effort

USAID faces scrutiny from Hungary and the Trump administration, reflecting a shared disdain for foreign aid and pro-democracy efforts.

UK politics

fromIndependent

Mary Kenny: Can permanent tax breaks for mothers with more than two children reverse falling birth rates?

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban is implementing policies to encourage larger families through significant tax exemptions for mothers.

fromThe Local Germany

Where in Europe is the hard-right on the rise?

Far-right parties are gaining significant traction in European politics, evidenced by recent electoral victories in Italy, Hungary, and the Netherlands.

fromThe Local France