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Viktor Orbán

Prime Minister of Hungary
Viktor Mihály Orbán was born on May 31, 1963, in Székesfehérvár, Hungarian People's Republic. He received his law degree from Eötvös Loránd University in Budapest and completed an internship at Pembroke College, Oxford, thanks to a Soros Foundation scholarship. He began his political career as a co-founder of the Fidesz party, later becoming its leader and being elected as a Member of Parliament. He served as Prime Minister of Hungary from 1998 to 2002 and has held the position since 2010.
1993
Elected president of the Fidesz party
1998
Became the youngest Prime Minister of Hungary
1999
The country officially joined NATO
1999
University tuition fees were abolished, and universal benefits for mothers were restored
2010
His party won a two-thirds majority in parliament
2010
A flat income tax rate of 16% was introduced
2013
A new package of crisis taxes was introduced, and utility tariffs were ordered to be reduced
2019
The country's birth rate rose to 1.49 children per woman
2022
Was re-elected as Prime Minister of Hungary for the fifth time
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Politics • November 7, 03:06 PM • 18889 views
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The President announced the preparation of an internal plan to strengthen Ukraine with a focus on economic development. The plan envisages deregulation, competition and support for entrepreneurship to strengthen sovereignty.

Economy • November 7, 12:53 PM • 17126 views
Zelensky arrives at the summit in Budapest: shakes hands with Orban

The President of Ukraine arrived at the summit of the European Political Community in Hungary, where he was met by Viktor Orban. The event is attended by 47 heads of state and government to discuss important international issues.

Politics • November 7, 10:36 AM • 17108 views
No longer 'disruptive': Australian ambassador deletes critical posts about Trump after his victory

Kevin Rudd, Australia's ambassador to Washington, D. C., has deleted his previous critical comments about Donald Trump. The Australian Prime Minister spoke with Trump about the AUKUS agreement and security issues.

News of the World • November 7, 09:23 AM • 17580 views
Orbán announces “big plans” after conversation with Trump

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban had a phone conversation with US President-elect Donald Trump. Orban announced “big plans for the future” and previously called Trump's victory the biggest comeback in US history.

News of the World • November 7, 07:06 AM • 18681 views
The front and work in the defense industry: Zelensky held a meeting with Syrsky and Kamyshin

The President held a series of meetings with the leadership on the frontline, the defense industry, and legislative work. Tomorrow, Zelenskyy will attend the summit of the European Political Community in Budapest.

War in Ukraine • November 6, 07:30 PM • 46605 views
Zelenskyy will be in Budapest tomorrow for the European Political Community Summit

Tomorrow, the President of Ukraine will take part in the fifth summit of the European Political Community in Hungary. The event will focus on security challenges and new opportunities for partners.

Politics • November 6, 06:44 PM • 19695 views
US presidential election: who has already congratulated Trump on his victory

Leaders of European countries, Israel and India, as well as the NATO Secretary General, congratulated Donald Trump on his victory in the US presidential election. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban was the first European leader to congratulate Trump.

Politics • November 6, 09:07 AM • 27251 views
DPRK considers Orban a “role model”

The North Korean Foreign Ministry called Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban a “role model. ” This reaction was prompted by his criticism of the EU and statements about the defense of Hungary's sovereignty.

News of the World • November 4, 05:23 AM • 46885 views
Orban says Europe will reconsider support for Ukraine if Trump wins

Hungary's prime minister said that Europe will not be able to carry the burden of war alone without the United States. According to him, the continent will have to adapt if Trump becomes president and chooses a course for peace.

War in Ukraine • November 3, 05:48 PM • 38952 views
Orban says Trump's victory will force Europe to reconsider support for Ukraine

Hungarian Prime Minister Orban said that Europe will be forced to reconsider its support for Ukraine if Trump wins the US election. According to him, the continent will not be able to bear the “burden” of the war on its own.

Politics • November 3, 12:05 PM • 23988 views
The results of the parliamentary elections: Orban praises Georgia for not becoming “second Ukraine”

During his visit to Georgia, Viktor Orban congratulated the Georgian Dream on its election victory. He said that the country had not allowed itself to be drawn into a war with Russia, as it had been with Ukraine.

Politics • October 29, 11:22 AM • 13209 views
13 EU ministers criticize Orban's visit to Georgia amid parliamentary elections

Ministers from 13 EU countries expressed “deep concern” about the situation in Georgia after the parliamentary elections. They condemned Viktor Orban's premature visit to Tbilisi and said he did not represent the EU.

News of the World • October 28, 07:16 PM • 14250 views
Opposition demands repeat elections in Georgia - media

Georgia's opposition is demanding repeat elections under international supervision. President Salome Zurabishvili spoke at the protest rally, supporting the demands of the demonstrators and promising to stand with the people.

News of the World • October 28, 04:54 PM • 16455 views
Protesters in Tbilisi booed Orban's motorcade

During Viktor Orban's visit to Tbilisi, local residents booed cars with Hungarian flags on Rustaveli Avenue. The protesters chanted anti-Russian slogans, while the Hungarian Prime Minister declared his support for Georgia.

News of the World • October 28, 04:29 PM • 16616 views
Orbán's visit to Tbilisi: the EU emphasizes that the Hungarian prime minister did not receive a mandate to travel to Georgia

EU spokesperson Peter Stano said that Orban's visit to Georgia was purely bilateral and did not represent the interests of the EU. The Hungarian prime minister unexpectedly showed up at the hotel where the opposition is meeting with Western diplomats.

News of the World • October 28, 04:09 PM • 16315 views
Orban unexpectedly shows up at hotel where Georgian opposition leaders meet with Western diplomats

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban unexpectedly arrives at the Tbilisi Marriott Hotel, where the opposition was meeting with Western diplomats. His official visit to Georgia comes after disputed parliamentary elections criticized by the EU.

News of the World • October 28, 03:20 PM • 16623 views
EU prepares to tighten sanctions against Russia, fearing Trump's actions - Reuters

European diplomats are developing a plan to tighten sanctions against Russia in the wake of Trump's possible return to the US presidency. New restrictions will include supply controls, oil and LNG sanctions.

War in Ukraine • October 25, 09:45 AM • 18012 views
The European Commission sees an opportunity to reduce emissions through tax policy

European Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra proposes to change the tax system to stimulate green technologies. The EU also plans to revise emission standards for new vehicles by 2026.

Economy • October 24, 10:26 AM • 18238 views
Orban accuses the EU of trying to “overthrow” his government in Hungary

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said that the EU is trying to deprive him of power because of disagreement with his policies on Ukraine and migration. He compared his rally to the anti-Soviet uprising of 1956.

Politics • October 24, 03:42 AM • 108737 views
Podlasa on Orban's statements about blocking 35 billion euros to Ukraine: it was a political farce

Roksolana Pidlasa explained that Orban could not block the EU's €35 billion allocation to Ukraine. All that is needed to disburse the funds is a simple majority vote in the EU Council, not a unanimous decision.

Economy • October 21, 08:35 AM • 16176 views
EU plans to resume discussions on sanctions against Russia after Hungary's presidency - Politico

EU countries are seeking to resume discussions on sanctions against Russia in January, when Poland takes over the presidency from Hungary. The plan is to tighten measures against Russian fuel and eliminate existing loopholes in the sanctions regime.

War in Ukraine • October 21, 06:13 AM • 26002 views
The US is ready to allocate $20 billion to Ukraine as part of the G7 loan

The US may provide Ukraine with up to $20 billion from the proceeds of frozen Russian assets. The G7 countries are negotiating the structure of a $50 billion loan agreed in June 2024.

News of the World • October 19, 11:38 PM • 20276 views
Some of Ukraine's partners wanted direct talks with Russia - Zelenskyy

The President of Ukraine said that some partners have expressed a desire to hold direct talks with Russia. Zelenskyy emphasized that Ukraine's position is unchanged: negotiations on Ukraine cannot take place without its participation.

War in Ukraine • October 18, 04:32 PM • 30681 views
Orban again blocks EU efforts to impose sanctions on Russia, which are necessary for the disbursement of a $50 billion loan to Ukraine

Hungarian Prime Minister Orban has again blocked EU sanctions against Russia, which are necessary to provide Ukraine with $50 billion. He postpones the decision until after the US election, hoping for a Trump victory.

Economy • October 18, 10:09 AM • 17490 views
President of the European Commission expresses support for Ukraine's Victory Plan

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed support for Ukraine's Victory Plan within the competence of the EC. The plan has been endorsed by 18 EU members and several NATO defense ministers.

Politics • October 18, 07:27 AM • 11926 views
Orban is “frightened” by Zelensky's victory plan - he wants to negotiate with Russia on behalf of the EU

Hungarian Prime Minister Orban called Ukraine's Victory Plan “frightening”. He called on the leaders of Germany and France to start negotiations with Russia on behalf of the EU to find a way out of the situation.

War in Ukraine • October 17, 03:59 PM • 50030 views
We said hello: Zelensky on meeting with Orban at the European Council

The President of Ukraine commented on his meeting with the Hungarian Prime Minister at a meeting of the European Council. Zelenskyy presented the Victory Plan, which was supported by the majority of speakers.

Politics • October 17, 12:39 PM • 10493 views
Orban plans to block $50 billion in aid to Ukraine to help Trump - Politico

Hungarian Prime Minister Orban is preparing to disrupt a $50 billion loan to Ukraine to help Trump in the election. He refuses to extend EU sanctions, blocking US participation in the financing.

Politics • October 14, 07:46 AM • 14370 views
Von der Leyen attacks Orbán’s support for Russia in fiery speech to European Parliament

The President of the European Commission accused the Hungarian prime minister of flirting with Putin and allowing foreign interference. She also criticized his policies on migration and the EU single market.

War in Ukraine • October 9, 12:34 PM • 14049 views