‘Faith in God is, for me, a deeply experienced certainty. I hope that both the Lord and the congregation will grant me the trust to continue serving…’

US Republican lawmakers have sent a letter to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen criticizing what they describe as interference in Hungary’s elections, according to a Hungarian MEP.

‘The question is not whether the region can grow, but whether its growth will align with a coherent, long-term EU strategy. This requires something in which Europe rarely excels: sustained and structured regional dialogue.’

More than 254,000 Hungarians without a domestic address have already cast their mail ballots, with over 186,000 verified as valid, according to election authorities.

‘To encourage private enterprises to decrease their dependence on U.S. currency, financial systems, trade, and technology, European leaders would have to offer alternatives that are equally convenient, cost-efficient, and technologically advanced as those provided by the U.S. Currently, such options do not exist’

Donald Trump has pledged that the United States stands ready to support Hungary’s economy with its ‘full economic might’ if needed, two days ahead of the country’s most important election in recent history. The statement has revived discussions about a potential currency swap agreement, first floated in November 2025, aimed primarily at shielding the Hungarian economy from external pressure.

In the final poll by the American polling firm McLaughlin & Associates ahead of the 2026 Hungarian parliamentary election, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is leading MEP Péter Magyar’s Tisza Party by 5.3 points nationally, 42.6–37.3. McLaughlin only released one public national poll for the 2024 US presidential election, but that one poll proved to be remarkably accurate.

A new analysis by MCC Brussels highlights anomalies in Facebook performance between Péter Magyar and Viktor Orbán. Identical reach produced sharply different engagement, alongside comment visibility issues and regulatory pressures, raising concerns over transparency and platform fairness.

American conservative author Rod Dreher has accused an Italian journalist of misrepresenting his views on Hungary in a recent interview published ahead of the election. He rejected claims that he plans to leave the country due to dissatisfaction, calling the portrayal ‘spin’ and reaffirming his overall support for the Hungarian model, while acknowledging certain shortcomings.

Hungary’s 2026 budget will continue to fund key family and business support measures despite external economic pressures and a growing deficit, the economy ministry said.

‘Many Hungarians look at Germany, France, Belgium, and even Spain and Italy as countries to follow. However, if many of them were to live for a few months in most neighbourhoods of those countries, they would be in for an unpleasant surprise. Western Europe has unfortunately stopped being what it once was: a place with low crime where people could live comfortably.’

Ukrainian political scientist Yevhen Magda has suggested that Viktor Orbán could still secure an upset victory in Hungary’s upcoming election, despite unfavourable polling in some surveys. Pointing to backing from three of the world’s most influential power centres, Magda argued that Orbán’s campaign is ‘on schedule’.

Fidesz–KDNP is projected to win 64 of 106 constituencies in the 12 April parliamentary elections in Hungary, with Tisza taking 35 and seven remaining competitive, the Center for Fundamental Rights’ new analysis suggests. This could secure Prime Minister Viktor Orbán another stable majority.

An international operation led by Europol has dismantled a migrant smuggling network operating through Hungary, with eight suspects arrested across three countries. Authorities say the group transported Vietnamese nationals to the United Kingdom.

What is at stake in the Hungarian elections? Which Hungarian policies are noteworthy—and perhaps worth adopting in the West? How does Australia relate to the Iranian and Ukrainian wars, and the challenge posed by China? We spoke with the former Prime Minister of Australia about the significance of the Hungarian elections, the dangers of a changing world order, and the role of conservatism.

Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has called for unity, security and support for the ruling parties ahead of Sunday’s election, describing the vote as decisive for Hungary’s future.

Hungary is preparing for its most important election in recent years on 12 April. While political discourse focuses on national polling data, the outcome will be decided in a handful of individual constituencies. In the following analysis, we present these battleground districts and how they could shape the future of Hungary.

The German government has unveiled a new EUR 8 billion environmental programme to get the country’s lagging climate commitments back on track. The initiative primarily focuses on expanding wind energy and promoting electromobility. Critics argue, however, that the plans are overly bureaucratic and unlikely to deliver meaningful results.

Medical experts at a local hospital found that Decarlos Brown Jr, the homeless man who stabbed Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska to death on a public transport ride in Charlotte, North Carolina in September 2025, is incompetent to stand trial. Now it is up to the judge in charge of the state murder case against Brown if he accepts the findings of the report. If he does so with prejudice, the case will be dismissed.

‘In the longer term, a broader strategic shift is needed. Europe must abandon the illusion of forced uniformity to avoid internal tension within the European Union and the risk of disintegration. The motto of united in diversity should be applied in practice too, to ensure that the level of integration is determined by the conscious and sovereign decisions of the Member States…’

Ireland has deployed military forces amid escalating protests over fuel prices, as farmers and hauliers blocked key ports and transport routes. Prime Minister Micheál Martin defended the decision, accusing demonstrators of attempting to ‘blackmail’ the government.

A Ukrainian user on X claims that Prime Minister Viktor Orbán of Hungary ‘will execute anyone protesting’ after losing the upcoming Hungarian parliamentary election this Sunday. British comedian John Cleese of Monty Python fame responded to the tweet, seemingly in agreement.

Hungary will not comply with a European Commission request to abolish protected energy prices, Gergely Gulyás said. The government insists energy supply remains secure despite mounting risks and rising global tensions.

Hungary aims for ten golds at the 2028 Summer Olympics under the LA10 programme, State Secretary for Sports Ádám Schmidt told Nemzeti Sport. He cited elite talent, stronger support systems, and investment in infrastructure as recent improvements in Hungarian sports, while warning that the youth’s drift to the digital world and political change in the upcoming election could threaten progress.

Woke political language is becoming ever more complex, as illustrated by recent remarks from Canadian progressive MP Leah Gazan. The acronym ‘MMIWG2SLGBTQQIA+’, which she used during a statement criticizing Liberal Prime Minister Mark Carney, quickly went viral, garnering millions of views on social media.

Hungarian Film Day will expand into a week-long nationwide series of events this year, celebrating 125 years of Hungarian cinema. The programme will include screenings, professional events and film heritage tours.

‘History aside, millions of Muslim migrants are currently destabilizing parts of Europe, and jihadist organizations…to terrorize “infidels” across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. Are we seriously to believe that the existence of the Jewish state is necessary to explain disturbing patterns of Islamic behavior that have existed since the dawn of Islam, 14 centuries ago?’

A majority of Hungarians prioritize peace, energy security and economic stability ahead of elections, according to a new survey. Many respondents also see potential risks linked to opposition policies on energy and foreign affairs.

The Washington Post has accused Hungarian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Péter Szijjártó of offering assistance to Iran following the deadly Hezbollah pager attacks carried out by Israel in 2024. The report, based on an alleged intelligence-sourced transcript, adds to a series of recent leaks targeting Viktor Orbán’s government ahead of the upcoming 12 April election.

‘Trump has propagated a series of inaccuracies concerning the conflict. He has asserted that the U.S. has “eliminated 100 percent of Iran’s military capacity”, while Tehran persists in causing harm across the region. Furthermore, he has stated that the war is nearing its conclusion, even as he requests additional troops from various parts of the world.’