Inside the Orbán–Trump ‘Financial Shield’: Currency Swap Deals Explained

Hungary has secured a ‘financial shield’ from the United States to guard against external financial or political attacks, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said after meeting US President Donald Trump. The mechanism, a currency swap agreement, strengthens Hungary’s economic resilience—contrary to opposition claims that it represents a loan or bailout.

EPP Blocks Investigation into Alleged Hungarian Spy Network in Brussels

The European People’s Party (EPP) is blocking a European Parliament inquiry into alleged Hungarian espionage in Brussels, warning that such a move could strengthen Prime Minister Viktor Orbán just months before Hungary’s 2026 election. Progressive groups argue the probe is vital to protect EU institutions’ integrity.

Hungary’s Upcoming Election Is No Longer Just about Hungary

Viktor Orbán’s meeting with Donald Trump symbolized a deeper struggle for the soul of Western civilization. With Washington now backing Europe’s sovereignist governments, Hungary’s 2026 election has become more than a political contest—it is a referendum on whether Christianity, family, and nation can survive the globalist onslaught.

Photo taken by Gokturk-1 observation satellite showing the stuck container ship Ever Given in the Suez Canal in Egypt on 27 March 2021

The Need to Recalibrate European Foreign Policy Thinking

‘By being responsive to changes at the system level, multilateralism can contribute to maintaining peace during the shifts in the balance of power that we are currently living through. Europe’s peoples would benefit from it, as would their governments’ reputation and diplomatic standing in the world.’

Trump Welcomes Orbán at White House, Signals Flexibility on Sanction Exemption

US President Donald Trump hailed Viktor Orbán as ‘a great man and a strong leader’ as he hosted the Hungarian prime minister at the White House. During their joint press conference, the two leaders discussed energy cooperation, potential sanctions exemptions, and the war in Ukraine, with Orbán reaffirming his support for Trump’s efforts to bring the conflict to an end.

Former Mentor Calls Macron ‘Worst President’ of Fifth Republic

The liberal establishment appears to be turning its back on French President Emmanuel Macron. As his approval ratings collapse and his mandate nears its end, even former allies like his mentor, Alain Minc, have joined the chorus of critics, accusing him of ‘narcissism’ and ‘imperilling French institutions’ while leaving France in deep political instability.

Orbán Aims Strategic Economic Partnership with US at Trump Meeting

Viktor Orbán will travel to Washington on 7 November to meet Donald Trump, seeking to strengthen Hungarian–American relations through a new strategic economic cooperation package. In a video statement, the prime minister said politically driven sanctions imposed under Joe Biden had been removed, paving the way for closer bilateral ties.

Iceland — An Endangered Society

‘Violent crime has arrived in a country where it was exceedingly rare. Iceland is now even a contributor to the online migrant-crime genre.’

Jordan Bardella Leads 2027 French Presidential Poll with Record Support

The National Rally (RN) continues to dominate the French political landscape, according to a fresh Elabe poll ahead of the 2027 presidential race. Jordan Bardella leads with up to 37.5 per cent, while Marine Le Pen follows at 34 per cent. The results underscore the party’s widening appeal, even among pensioners and moderate right-wing voters.