Keywords: Hungarian politics


Hungarian prime minister nominates chess legend Judit Polgar for presidency

Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar has announced his intention to nominate former chess champion Judit Polgar for the presidency, presenting the internationally renowned grandmaster as a unifying figure during a period of political transition. The proposal, unveiled on Monday, would place......

Hungary suspends state TV news programme amid public media overhaul

Hungary's state television has temporarily suspended its main news broadcast as part of a government-backed overhaul of public service media, with officials saying the changes aim to create a more independent and credible system. The announcement was displayed on the state broadcaster's M1 channel,......

Hungary approves constitutional reform limiting prime ministerial terms

Hungary has adopted a constitutional amendment introducing a limit on the length of time a person can serve as prime minister, marking a significant development in the country’s political landscape. The reform, recently approved by Parliament and signed into law by the president, restricts the......

Orban’s defeat sparks internal debate and calls for renewal within Fidesz

Hungary’s political landscape is undergoing significant turbulence following the electoral defeat of Prime Minister Viktor Orban, prompting internal debate within his ruling party, Fidesz. After Sunday’s unexpected election result, Orban quickly conceded defeat to opposition leader Peter......

Orban says now is not the right time for Putin to visit Hungary

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban stated on Monday that the current moment does not suit a visit by Russian President Vladimir Putin to Budapest, citing a lack of pressing bilateral issues demanding their attention. Speaking at his annual international press conference, Orban emphasized that despite......