The President of France and the Chancellor of Germany criticized the EU for opening communication with Putin, which caused a confrontation with other leaders. The leaders of Estonia, Denmark and the Netherlands supported their position.
Péter Magyar and Roberta Metsola discussed the conclusion of the EU procedure against Hungary. To unlock 16 billion euros, the country must implement reforms.
The Bulgarian Foreign Ministry called the restrictions against the head of the ROC symbolic and counterproductive. The country also does not support part of the energy sanctions in the EU's 21st package.
Magyar ordered an investigation into the detention of an Oschadbank vehicle carrying 75 million euros and gold. The case involving the abduction of people and valuables will be examined by the Prosecutor General of Hungary.
The Hungarian Parliament has limited the term of office for the Prime Minister to eight years. This effectively bans Viktor Orbán from leading the country's government again.
Viktor Orbán has been re-elected as the leader of Fidesz following the party's transition to the opposition. Despite falling ratings, he received unanimous support from party members.
Zelenskyy announced the construction of new Russian bases near Europe. He emphasized the importance of Ukraine's experience in the context of defending against Moscow's prolonged aggression.
Ukraine and Hungary have concluded an agreement on minority rights to open EU negotiations. Sybiha called membership in the bloc the best guarantee for the Hungarian minority in Zakarpattia.
Kyiv and Budapest have reached an agreement on the rights of the Hungarian minority in Zakarpattia. Hungary has supported the commencement of Ukraine's EU accession negotiations.
Péter Magyar has agreed to open a negotiation cluster for Ukraine after changes to the minority protection plan. Compliance with the conditions will be monitored by the European Commission and the European Council.
The European Commission proposes to include Patriarch Kirill and Arkady Dvorkovich in the new sanctions package. They face entry bans and asset freezes.
Five EU countries propose temporarily restricting voting rights for new members of the bloc. The initiative envisages strengthening control over the rule of law.
Diplomats confirmed the inclusion of the head of the ROC in the 21st EU sanctions package. Hungary is ready to lift its veto on restrictions against Kirill.
The Hungarian Parliament has cut MPs' salaries by 40% and limited office expenses. The incomes of the Prime Minister and ministers will also decrease significantly.
A scheme involving the embezzlement of 3. 5 billion euros in public procurement has been uncovered in Hungary. The anti-corruption body is demanding an investigation into the actions of officials from Orbán's inner circle.
Hungary has lifted its veto on EU accession negotiations for Ukraine and Moldova, which are set to launch on June 15. Budapest has set conditions regarding the rights of the Hungarian minority.
Péter Magyar's government has unblocked 6. 6 billion euros in military aid for Ukraine. This is part of the new prime minister's strategy to improve relations with the EU.
Hungarian media have exposed Orbán's role in the seizure of Oschadbank's gold due to an oil conflict. The investigation found no violations and returned the assets to Ukraine.
Ukraine expects a breakthrough in EU accession negotiations at the June summit. Hungary may lift its veto by June 16 following an agreement on minority rights.
Ukraine and Moldova may start EU membership negotiations on June 15. Hungary is ready to lift its veto following agreements regarding the rights of the Hungarian minority.
The German Chancellor urged Magyar to support Ukraine despite the issue of national minorities. The Hungarian Prime Minister is ready to meet with Zelenskyy next week.
Péter Magyar is ready to meet with Zelenskyy next week. The main condition is the conclusion of technical negotiations regarding the rights of the Hungarian minority.
Hungary is ready to unblock the start of Ukraine's EU accession negotiations on June 15. The parties have made progress on the issue of national minority rights.
Tamás Sulyok has refused to resign at the demand of Prime Minister Péter Magyar. The President will act in accordance with the law and await the conclusions of the Venice Commission.
The Republican Party is considering appointing Viktor Orbán to the UN to grant him immunity. This is intended to protect the former prime minister from prosecution in Hungary.
Neighboring countries reacted to the Russian drone strike on a high-rise building in Romania. Fico wants dialogue with Moscow, while Poland demands Russia's accountability.
The European Commission will propose opening the first cluster of Ukraine's EU accession negotiations on June 16. Hungary's new prime minister is ready to support this step.
Magyar reported budget distortions and questionable contracts under the Orbán government. The Prime Minister plans to cut spending and unlock 10 billion euros from the EU.
Zelenskyy called Friedrich Merz's proposal regarding Ukraine's EU membership without voting rights unfair. The President demands equal rights for the state.
Sybiha confirmed that names for negotiations are being discussed but denied Schröder's involvement. He ironically urged the Russian Federation not to propose Seagal or Depardieu.