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Hungarian PM Slams Sweden over Organized Crime and Child Exploitation

Viktor Orbán warned on X that Sweden is collapsing into ‘barbarism’, citing reports of organized crime using minors for murders. The Hungarian PM accused Stockholm of failing to protect its citizens despite lecturing others on the rule of law….
  • Ádám Bráder
  • ‎ —‎ 16.09.2025
  • CURRENT

Majority of Budapest BKV Buses Deemed Unsafe in Government Probe

Government inspections revealed that 60 per cent of Budapest’s BKV buses are unsafe, with critical faults ranging from brakes to fire safety. Officials demand urgent action from city leadership to guarantee passenger safety….
  • Ádám Bráder
  • ‎ —‎ 16.09.2025
  • INTERVIEW

Trade and Connectivity Are Diplomacy Now — An Interview with Isabella De Monte

Trade is now diplomacy, and connectivity is diplomacy—like the IMEC corridor linking Asia and Europe. We can’t go back to old systems; instead, we must build a new order based on diplomacy, trade, and connectivity, preserving capitalism while fostering cooperation…
  • Márton Lukács
  • ‎ —‎ 16.09.2025
  • CURRENT

Hungary and UAE Strengthen Ties in Trade, Space, and Tech

Relations between Hungary and the United Arab Emirates are set to deepen as recent high-level meetings signal a new phase of strategic cooperation. With a focus on sectors like energy, digital infrastructure, space, and defence, both nations aim to expand…
  • Ibolya Lubiczki
  • ‎ —‎ 16.09.2025
  • CURRENT

Trump Envoy Palladino Praises Hungary as ‘Civilizational Ally’

At the 5th Geopolitical Summit in Budapest, US Chargé d’Affaires Robert Palladino framed Hungary as central to the ‘renewal of Western civilization’, praising its defence of sovereignty and family. He argued that America and Hungary are allies not by convenience…
  • Joakim Scheffer
  • ‎ —‎ 15.09.2025
  • CULTURE & SOCIETY

Global Icons Fade as Hungarian Artists Rule 2024 Music Charts in Hungary

Hungarian musicians dominated Spotify and YouTube in 2024, with Azahriah and DESH leading both platforms, while global stars barely appeared on local charts, according to a new NMHH study on Hungary’s music streaming habits….
  • Ádám Bráder
  • ‎ —‎ 15.09.2025
  • CURRENT, POLITICS

Former Frontex Chief Leggeri Outlines Roadmap to Counter Mass Migration

‘Borders must be enforced, constitutions defended, and citizenship laws tightened,’ Fabrice Leggeri declared at the Geopolitical Summit in Budapest. The former Frontex chief set out a detailed plan to reclaim sovereignty, warning that EU ideology has blurred lines between residence,…
  • Joakim Scheffer
  • ‎ —‎ 15.09.2025
  • CURRENT

Risky Endgame of Global Institutionalism Debated at Danube Geopolitical Summit

The rules-based international order is collapsing, warned panellists at Danube Institute’s 5th Geopolitical Summit, as the UN and EU drift into irrelevance or abuse of power. Speakers, including Zoltán Kovács, agreed that sovereignty lies with nations, not supranational bureaucracies, but…
  • Joakim Scheffer
  • ‎ —‎ 15.09.2025
  • CURRENT

AfD Triples Gains in NRW Elections Shadowed by Candidate Deaths

Germany’s anti-immigration AfD scored a breakthrough in North-Rhine Westphalia’s local elections, nearly tripling its vote share to 14.5 per cent and finishing third behind the CDU and SPD. The result, in Germany’s most populous and economically vital state, signals AfD’s…
  • Joakim Scheffer
  • ‎ —‎ 15.09.2025
  • CULTURE & SOCIETY, CURRENT

Danube Geopolitical Summit Kicks Off with Keynote by Minister Szalay-Bobrovniczky

The 5th Danube Institute Geopolitical Summit is currently taking place in Budapest, Hungary. Minister of Defence Kristóf Szalay-Bobrovniczky of Hungary has delivered the keynote address, speaking about such crucial issues of the time as the Russo–Ukrainian war, the Israel–Hamas war,…
  • Márton Losonczi
  • ‎ —‎ 15.09.2025
  • CURRENT, POLITICS

‘We fight for Charlie Kirk’ — UK ‘Free Speech Festival’ Draws Massive Crowd

London witnessed an unprecedented anti-immigration rally on 13 September as Tommy Robinson’s Unite the Kingdom march drew up to a million participants, according to organizers. The event honoured assassinated US activist Charlie Kirk, with Elon Musk and Eva Vlaardingerboek delivering…
  • Joakim Scheffer
  • ‎ —‎ 15.09.2025
  • CURRENT

Adaptive Hussars Exercise Expands with Strategic Redeployments

The Adaptive Hussars 2025 exercise entered a new phase as Hungarian troops began nationwide manoeuvres. Defence Chief Gábor Böröndi said the redeployments test the military’s flexibility and mark a milestone in adapting to modern security demands….
  • Ádám Bráder
  • ‎ —‎ 15.09.2025
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REVIEW

Hungarians Spend More Online for Convenience and Time-Saving
CULTURE & SOCIETY TECH

Hungarians Spend More Online for Convenience and Time-Saving

Hungarians are increasingly turning to the internet not just for shopping but to handle everyday tasks—from banking to travel planning. According to NMHH, online transactions are rising steadily, even when they come with a price tag for convenience.

Ádám Bráder
26.05.2025
Two-Thirds of Hungarians Reject Ukraine’s EU Accession
CURRENT

Two-Thirds of Hungarians Reject Ukraine’s EU Accession

Despite pro-Ukraine campaigns and signature drives, public support in Hungary for Ukraine’s EU accession has dropped, with 67 per cent now opposing it, according to a recent Nézőpont Institute poll. Only 23 per cent of Hungarians currently support the idea.

Ádám Bráder
26.05.2025
Hungary Strengthens Efforts Against Antisemitism with New Commissioner
CURRENT

Hungary Strengthens Efforts Against Antisemitism with New Commissioner

Hungary reaffirms its zero-tolerance policy on antisemitism. Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has appointed EU Affairs Minister János Bóka to coordinate national and international efforts against rising antisemitism across Europe.

Ádám Bráder
26.05.2025
Energy Independence or Economic Burden? Hungary’s Road to Decoupling from Russian Hydrocarbons
CULTURE & SOCIETY

Energy Independence or Economic Burden? Hungary’s Road to Decoupling from Russian Hydrocarbons

The EU plans to end all Russian gas and LNG imports by 2027, aiming to cut financial support for Russia and boost energy security. Measures target gas, oil, and nuclear imports, with national decoupling plans required. Hungary faces major costs—up to €3 billion—for refinery upgrades, infrastructure, and contract exits, though EU funds may offer partial relief.

Katarina Sárvári
25.05.2025
Preserving Hungarian Culture — A Conversation with Former Mayor of Lansdale Andy Szekely
INTERVIEW POLITICS

Preserving Hungarian Culture — A Conversation with Former Mayor of Lansdale Andy Szekely

‘In October of 2021, in the same elementary school, the homoerotic book, All Boys Aren’t Blue by George Johnson, was an approved book in the school library. Parents were criticizing the book at a school board meeting, but what was tragically comical is that the local newspaper couldn’t accurately report on the book because of pornography laws.’

Ildikó Antal-Ferencz
25.05.2025
Beyond the Óperencia: ‘I was free to go anywhere, no one told me what to do’
CULTURE & SOCIETY DIASPORA

Beyond the Óperencia: ‘I was free to go anywhere, no one told me what to do’

In its ‘Beyond the Óperencia’ series, Magyar Krónika will be looking at the meeting points of America and Hungary, and at Hungarians in America, from penniless peasants to political emigrants and soldiers of fortune. To start with, here is the story of a turn-of-the-century emigrant, whose words help us understand the goals, dreams, and plans with which Hungarians set out for America back in the day.

Lázár Pap
25.05.2025
Kádár’s ‘Lutenist’ at the Israeli Embassy, or Jenő Lévai and State Security
CULTURE & SOCIETY

Kádár’s ‘Lutenist’ at the Israeli Embassy, or Jenő Lévai and State Security

‘This does not ruin the research activities of “Lantos” in his civilian life, nor does it detract from his achievements as a historian. It merely points to the fact that even the most prominent public figures were sometimes “found” by state security, and some of them, for one reason or another, said yes to collaboration—even if the candidate was Jewish and the target was the State of Israel.’

László Bernát Veszprémy
24.05.2025
The Arctic and IMEC — The Future of Global Trade?
CURRENT

The Arctic and IMEC — The Future of Global Trade?

‘To some, it may seem like time for the world to throw in the towel and give in to the reality that the future of international trade lies in the hands of Moscow and Beijing, whose plans benefit first and foremost them. However, an alternative route has been proposed.’

Sean Nottoli
24.05.2025
Balatonfüred: A Place Where There Is No Need to Choose Between Culture and Flip-Flops
CULTURE & SOCIETY

Balatonfüred: A Place Where There Is No Need to Choose Between Culture and Flip-Flops

‘As András Szöllősi-Nagy emphatically states, their task and goal is nothing less than “to justify the existing cultural continuity in Europe, which the terrible dictatorships of the last century could not break by any kind of prohibition or eradication. What drives us is to prove, through art, that this region, Central Europe, has always been part of European culture, and vice versa.”’

Anita Farkas
24.05.2025
Between Muse and Myth — NACO Hosts Endre Kecső’s Aphrodisias Exhibition
CULTURE & SOCIETY

Between Muse and Myth — NACO Hosts Endre Kecső’s Aphrodisias Exhibition

Hungarian artist Endre Kecső brings ancient myths to life at Nagyházi Contemporary with Aphrodisias, on view until 31 May. Inspired by the sacred city devoted to Aphrodite, the exhibition explores themes of love, fertility, and inner transformation through bold, symbolic paintings that bridge the gap between classical spirituality and contemporary art.

Konrád Gazdag
23.05.2025
Security Comes First, and Israel Is Ready to Pay the Price — An Interview with Maya Kadosh
CURRENT INTERVIEW

Security Comes First, and Israel Is Ready to Pay the Price — An Interview with Maya Kadosh

What is the message of the Washington, DC shooting? Will Israel change the course of its military operation in Gaza under international pressure? And why is Hungary an important ally for Israel? We asked Israel’s new ambassador to Hungary about the storm clouds gathering over the Jewish state.

Tamás Maráczi
23.05.2025
‘The American artistic attitude is completely different’ — An Interview with Suzanne C Nagy
CULTURE & SOCIETY DIASPORA INTERVIEW

‘The American artistic attitude is completely different’ — An Interview with Suzanne C Nagy

‘There are plenty of [contemporary] artists at home who are prepared and would otherwise fit in with the trend, but as it costs a lot to bring and keep their work here, [they] cannot really be present…they would rather have it in their portfolio that their work was out in New York.’

Éva Szilléry
23.05.2025
Hungarian MP: Ukraine EU Membership Would Be ‘Very Premature’
CURRENT

Hungarian MP: Ukraine EU Membership Would Be ‘Very Premature’

Hungarian MP for KNDP in the ruling Fidesz–KDNP coalition István Simiscskó has recently appeared on Hungarian public media, where he talked about how Ukraine’s potential EU accession would be ‘very premature’ and would create ‘serious security and economic risks’.

Márton Losonczi
23.05.2025
First Heats of the 18th National Gallop Start This Weekend
CULTURE & SOCIETY

First Heats of the 18th National Gallop Start This Weekend

The 18th National Gallop kicks off with preliminary races this weekend in Serbia’s Subotica and Hungary’s Őcsény. Riders from across Hungary and neighbouring regions will compete for a place in the finals, set for 4–5 October in Szilvásvárad.

Ádám Bráder
23.05.2025
House GOP Narrowly Passes Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’
CURRENT POLITICS

House GOP Narrowly Passes Trump’s ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’

In a 215–214 vote, the US House of Representatives has passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which extends the 2017 Trump tax cuts, removes taxes on tips and overtime, and gives additional funding to border patrol. Due to the budget reconciliation process, it does not need 60 votes in the Senate to bypass the filibuster.

Márton Losonczi
23.05.2025
BKK Proposes Traffic-Free Zones at Schools to Boost Child Safety
CULTURE & SOCIETY

BKK Proposes Traffic-Free Zones at Schools to Boost Child Safety

Budapest’s transport company BKK plans to introduce ‘school streets’ near educational institutions, restricting car traffic during drop-off and pick-up times to create a safer and cleaner environment for children, parents, and staff.

Ádám Bráder
23.05.2025
Hungarian Film Carte Rouge Premieres in Los Angeles on 31 May
CULTURE & SOCIETY CURRENT

Hungarian Film Carte Rouge Premieres in Los Angeles on 31 May

Carte Rouge, a 2024 historical drama by Hungarian director Sándor Gerebics, premieres in Los Angeles on May 31 at the Meryl Streep Center. Set after WWI, it follows Hungary’s fight to preserve its borders at the Paris peace talks. The event includes a panel with the director, cast, and screenwriter, hosted by Hungary’s Consulate in LA.

Márton Losonczi
23.05.2025
Orbán Slams Brussels’ Energy Policies, Warns of Rising Utility Costs
CURRENT

Orbán Slams Brussels’ Energy Policies, Warns of Rising Utility Costs

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán criticized Brussels’ energy policies in a Facebook post, warning that EU sanctions aimed at aiding Ukraine could drastically raise household utility costs. He urged Hungarians to vote in the upcoming Voks 2025 campaign.

Ádám Bráder
23.05.2025
MEPs Likely to Lose Immunity in Huawei Corruption Scandal
CURRENT POLITICS

MEPs Likely to Lose Immunity in Huawei Corruption Scandal

‘Since March of this year, Belgian authorities have been investigating certain members of the European Parliament for their possible complicity in Huawei’s schemes to influence the EU’s co-legislator. News first broke about the scandal when the police conducted 21 searches in Belgium and Portugal.’

Lili Zemplényi
23.05.2025
Cardinal Erdő Reflects on Late Pope Francis’ Bond with Hungary
CULTURE & SOCIETY

Cardinal Erdő Reflects on Late Pope Francis’ Bond with Hungary

During his first public discussion since the conclave in early May, Hungarian Cardinal Péter Erdő shared insights on both the late Pope Francis and the new pontiff, Leo XIV. According to him, Francis had a special bond with Hungary and believed that it is a country of faith.

Joakim Scheffer
22.05.2025
CPAC Hungary 2025 Starts in a Week — with Ben Shapiro and Dave Rubin
CULTURE & SOCIETY CURRENT

CPAC Hungary 2025 Starts in a Week — with Ben Shapiro and Dave Rubin

CPAC Hungary 2025 will be taking place on 29–30 May at the Budapest Congress Center, just one week from now. The confirmed speakers include famed American political commentators Ben Shapiro and Dave Rubin, as well as Member of the Spanish Congress of Deputies for the right-wing populist Vox party Santiago Abascal.

Márton Losonczi
22.05.2025
Hungary’s First Hybrid Smart Store Launches in Szeged
TECH

Hungary’s First Hybrid Smart Store Launches in Szeged

Hungary’s first hybrid smart store has opened in Szeged. Operated by Coop Szeged, the shop offers traditional service by day and goes fully automated without staff after hours—providing full product access via a mobile app and self-checkout system.

Ádám Bráder
22.05.2025
Hungarian Parliament Approves ICC Withdrawal Amid Mounting Criticism of Israel Case
CURRENT

Hungarian Parliament Approves ICC Withdrawal Amid Mounting Criticism of Israel Case

Following a vote by a vast majority, Hungary can now officially withdraw from the International Criminal Court (ICC), whose decision to issue arrest warrants for Israeli political and military leaders is facing growing scrutiny.

Dávid Nagy
22.05.2025
A Return of Caesar? Hungary Reflects on Trump’s Second Hundred Days
POLITICS REVIEW

A Return of Caesar? Hungary Reflects on Trump’s Second Hundred Days

‘Whether this era will bring consolidation or rupture remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: the age of managerial drift is over. In its place stands a presidency more Caesar than consul and more instinct than theory. History, once again, is taking sides—and Donald Trump appears determined to pick one first.’

Hugo Martin
22.05.2025
MOL and MVM Partner to Diversify Oil Supplies to Hungary and Slovakia
CURRENT

MOL and MVM Partner to Diversify Oil Supplies to Hungary and Slovakia

Hungary’s MOL Group and MVM Group have signed a new oil trade agreement to further diversify energy supplies in landlocked Hungary and Slovakia. The deal could boost the use of alternative crude by 160,000 tons annually through imports from the Caspian region.

Ádám Bráder
22.05.2025
‘The American interest is to see an alternative to China’ — An Interview with Daniel F Runde
INTERVIEW

‘The American interest is to see an alternative to China’ — An Interview with Daniel F Runde

What is America’s interest in participating in the India–Middle East–Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) project? What geopolitical benefits can this economic cooperation bring? And can the US reclaim global leadership through soft power? We spoke with a prominent American political analyst at the Danube Institute’s conference on the IMEC initiative.

Tamás Maráczi
22.05.2025
Hungarian Companies in Uzbekistan: Successful Investments and Bilateral Prospects
CULTURE & SOCIETY CURRENT

Hungarian Companies in Uzbekistan: Successful Investments and Bilateral Prospects

‘Additionally, there is significant potential to increase the export of Uzbek goods to the Hungarian market in product categories that are in demand in Hungary…This would help diversify Uzbekistan’s export structure and more fully realize the existing trade potential between the two countries.’

Center for Economic Research and Reforms
22.05.2025
Budapest Zoo Reopens Petting Areas after Disease Lockdown
CULTURE & SOCIETY

Budapest Zoo Reopens Petting Areas after Disease Lockdown

Budapest Zoo has lifted all restrictions imposed in March due to a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak. Visitors can once again enter the petting zoo and walk among the animals on the popular Australian Walk pathway.

Ádám Bráder
22.05.2025
Alleged Case of Police Brutality Leads to Death in Hungary
CURRENT

Alleged Case of Police Brutality Leads to Death in Hungary

A man died in Hungary after an alleged case of police brutality during a drug-related arrest. His family claims he was beaten and dragged despite severe injuries. Authorities deny wrongdoing, but a criminal investigation is underway and protests are planned in Szeged this weekend.

Márton Losonczi
21.05.2025
Ukrainian Spy Tseber’s Ties to Hungarian Opposition Raise Alarms
POLITICS

Ukrainian Spy Tseber’s Ties to Hungarian Opposition Raise Alarms

Recent developments in the Hungary–Ukraine spy scandal indicate that one of the exposed Ukrainian intelligence officers, Roland Tseber, had a deeply embedded network within Hungarian political and defence circles. He even organized opposition leader Péter Magyar’s visit to Kyiv last July, further raising suspicions about the Tisza party and its potential cooperation with Ukrainian intelligence.

Joakim Scheffer
21.05.2025
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