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politics1 year ago

"Orbán Faces Strong Rival in Upcoming EU Elections"

Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán faces a significant challenge in the upcoming EU elections from Péter Magyar, a former Fidesz party member who has built a new political movement. Magyar's Respect and Freedom party has gained substantial support by criticizing Orbán's government for corruption and economic mismanagement. Despite Orbán's strong track record in elections, his popularity has waned amid economic struggles and scandals. The June elections are seen as a precursor to Magyar's planned run in the 2026 national elections.

via The Associated Press|
#eu-elections#fidesz-party#hungary
politics1 year ago

"Orbán's Political Crisis Deepens as Hungarian President Resigns Amid Uproar"

Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán faces a rare political crisis after President Katalin Novák's resignation following public outrage over her pardon of a man convicted in a child sexual abuse case. Justice Minister Judit Varga also resigned over her role in endorsing the decision. Orbán's opponents believe that the resignations are not enough and that he must bear the political consequences. The resignations have divided Orbán's supporters, with some believing that they were sacrificed to shield the prime minister from the scandal's fallout. Some opposition parties are pushing for direct presidential elections instead of having Novák's successor appointed by Fidesz's majority in parliament.

via PBS NewsHour|
#fidesz-party#hungary#political-crisis
politics1 year ago

"Resignation of Hungary's President Sparks Political Turmoil Over Pardon Controversy"

Hungary's President Novak resigns amid pressure over a sex-abuse pardon case, while Judit Varga, expected to lead the ruling Fidesz party's slate in the European Parliament election, also steps down. Additionally, Hungary's ruling Fidesz party demands that Swedish PM Ulf Kristersson make a pilgrimage to Budapest, and the EU faces challenges in garnering support for its Indo-Pacific strategy while planning a "purely defensive" Red Sea mission.

via POLITICO Europe|
#eu-foreign-policy#european-union#fidesz-party
politics1 year ago

"Calls for Hungary's President to Resign Amid Sex Abuse Case Controversy"

Hungary's President Novak faces mounting pressure to resign over pardoning a deputy director of a children's home convicted of covering up for a sexual predator, despite her denial of pardoning a pedophile. In response, Prime Minister Orbán's Fidesz party has proposed a constitutional amendment to prevent future pardons from benefiting those convicted of crimes against children. Amid public outrage, Novak's early departure from a trip to Qatar has sparked speculation about the reasons behind it.

via POLITICO Europe|
#constitutional-amendment#fidesz-party#hungary
politics2 years ago

Hungary's Orban Sparks Controversy with Anti-EU Campaign Targeting von der Leyen

Hungary's ruling party, Fidesz, has unveiled billboards targeting European Commission President Ursula Von der Leyen and Alex Soros, son of George Soros, in a campaign for the upcoming European parliamentary election. The billboards, which depict Von der Leyen alongside Soros, carry the slogan "Let's not dance to their tunes." Fidesz has faced criticism for its use of Soros in propaganda, with some viewing it as evidence of anti-Semitism. Similar billboards featuring Von der Leyen's predecessor, Jean-Claude Juncker, and Soros were taken down in 2019 after rebuke from Brussels. Hungary's stance on EU funds and its skepticism towards Ukraine's path to EU membership are expected to be key topics at the next EU summit.

via Reuters|
#european-commission#fidesz-party#george-soros