Brussels Sanctions Austrian Modul University Over Hungarian Ties
The European Commission has decided to suspend Vienna’s Modul University from participating in the Erasmus+ and Horizon programmes, mirroring a similar decision made against 21 Hungarian universities in late 2022. Balázs Orbán, the political director of the Hungarian prime minister, condemned the decision as outrageous and pledged to defend academic freedom.
Orbán’s Potential Key Role in US–EU Trade Negotiations
Donald Trump’s second presidency may bring a trade war between the EU and the United States. According to German weekly Die Zeit, Viktor Orbán could play a pivotal role in the trade negotiations should that happen.
Bryan Leib Calls On US Airlines to Start Non-Stop Flights to Budapest
Center for Fundamental Rights Senior Fellow and US Ambassador to Hungary hopeful Bryan Leib has sent an open letter to the CEOs of major American passenger airlines, urging them to start offering non-stop, direct flights between the most populous American cities and Budapest.
Orbán Unveils ‘Budapest Consensus’, a Guide to Surviving the New World Order
Speaking at the Lámfalussy Lectures Conference, organized by the Central Bank of Hungary, Viktor Orbán asserted that, instead of the Washington Consensus, it is now time to speak of the Budapest Consensus—a framework for nation-states to navigate and thrive in the emerging age of sovereignty.
Biden Admin’s Vindictive Actions Will Be Reviewed, Hungary FM Says After Call with Rubio
Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó had a phone conversation with newly confirmed US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Sunday. Secretary Rubio assured Minister Szijjártó that the vindictive actions of the Biden administration against Hungary will be reviewed.
AfD’s Handbook for Breaking Down the Firewall — Written by Elon Musk
By voicing his support for AfD on his platform and challenging the taboo of German national guilt, Elon Musk has emerged as a key figure in the right-wing party’s gradual dismantling the ‘firewall’ that mainstream parties have upheld against it for years.
Trump 2.0 Offers Patriotic Youth a Historic Opportunity, Says Fidelitas’ István Mohácsy
In an interview with Hungarian Conservative, Fidelitas President István Mohácsy spoke about his networking experience in the US where he headed a delegation invited to the inauguration of President Trump.
Former POLITICO Reporter Admits to Covering for Biden
In an interview on Tara Palmeri’s podcast, journalist Marc Caputo revealed that he was told while working for POLITICO not to write about the Hunter Biden laptop story, which could have damaged Democrat nominee Joe Biden before the 2020 election.
Viktor Orbán Reflects on Hungary’s COVID-19 Fight in New Documentary
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán reflects on the nation’s resilience and leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic in a newly released documentary. The film chronicles the efforts of government, healthcare, and everyday heroes during one of Hungary’s greatest challenges.