Viktor Orban and his Fidesz party have been in government for 14 years and have a seemingly unshakeable grip on power.
But in recent months former ally Péter Magyar has emerged as a political rival and is mobilising a part of the Hungarian population against the country's hard-right leader.
Manfred Weber, the president of the European People's Party, extended the welcome to the centrist Tisza after meeting with its leader Peter Magyar, and its members in Budapest.
Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:34Published
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban met with French President Emmanuel Macron to discuss support for Ukraine and other key issues before Hungary's EU presidency commences on 1 July.
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Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has stirred controversy by criticizing US President Biden's strategy towards Russia amid the Ukraine conflict. Orban denounced the approach as "hopeless," sparking debates within NATO about solidarity and strategy in the region. His remarks highlight Hungary's stance on avoiding direct involvement in the conflict, despite pressures from Western allies. The statement comes amidst heightened tensions and geopolitical maneuvers, reshaping alliances and diplomatic equations in Europe.
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Earlier, Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban had vetoed his outgoing Dutch counterpart for the military alliance's top job over objections including spending the country's money on supporting Ukraine.
Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:30Published
Although his populist Fidesz party won 44% of votes in Sunday's EU election, a newcomer is threatening Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's grip on power.
Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:54Published
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