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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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Hungary criticizes biden administration's approval of long-range missile strikes on russia

Hungarian Foreign Minister Szijjarto criticized Biden's decision to allow Ukraine to strike russia with American missiles. He believes that this could lead to a global escalation of the conflict.

War in Ukraine • November 18, 02:20 PM • 18615 views
Ukraine disappointed that Britain is delaying new Storm Shadow deliveries - media

Ukrainian officials inform the media unofficially about the deterioration of relations with the UK after Labor came to power. Kiev is frustrated by the lack of new deliveries of long-range missiles, which has caused Prime Minister Starmer's visit to Kiev to be postponed.

War in Ukraine • November 9, 12:53 PM • 43402 views
Nothing about Ukraine without Ukraine - Scholz

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz emphasized that there can be no negotiations on the war in Ukraine without the participation of Ukraine itself. He also emphasized the need for further support for Ukraine and its European path.

War in Ukraine • November 9, 11:49 AM • 21965 views
Duda may attend Trump's party at his Florida estate: what is known

Polish President Andrzej Duda may soon travel to the United States to meet with Donald Trump at his estate. The visit may take place in the near future, although there is no official confirmation from the presidential office.

News of the World • November 9, 07:27 AM • 20792 views
EU tries to figure out if it can continue to support Ukraine without Trump - Bloomberg

The European Union is discussing the possibility of continuing to support Ukraine in the event of a Trump administration. The EU has already provided €118 billion in aid, but is critically dependent on American military resources.

War in Ukraine • November 8, 02:14 PM • 19093 views
Orban says Europe will not be able to finance Ukraine's defenses without the US

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban says that Europe will not be able to finance the defense of Ukraine without the United States.

War in Ukraine • November 8, 11:37 AM • 37004 views
Zelenskyy in Budapest: what he offered Orban and what they agreed on

The President of Ukraine held talks with the Prime Minister of Hungary at the summit of the European Political Community. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of equal relations and discussed the issue of national minorities.

Society • November 7, 09:09 PM • 55096 views
Donald Trump determines the order, composition of the administration and priorities of his policy

Donald Trump has presented the agenda for his potential second administration. Among the priorities are changes in immigration, tax and energy policies, as well as the appointment of 4000 new officials.

Politics • November 7, 03:06 PM • 18951 views
Zelenskyy on the internal Victory Plan: one of the key elements will be economic

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 • 17202 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 • 17200 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 • 17639 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 • 18726 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 • 46650 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 • 19780 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 • 27320 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 • 46950 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 • 39035 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 • 24082 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 • 13264 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 • 14306 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 • 16513 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 • 16677 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 • 16403 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 • 16689 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 • 18064 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 • 18287 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 • 108804 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 • 16261 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 • 26110 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 • 20349 views