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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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Trump calls Magyar a "good man" after Orbán's defeat

Donald Trump has endorsed Hungary's new leader, Péter Magyar, after his victory. Magyar is preparing for the transfer of power and plans to stop state propaganda.

News of the World • April 15, 10:03 AM • 16795 views
J.D. Vance explained why the US supported Viktor Orbán in the Hungarian elections

The US Vice President stated that Orbán "protected" American companies from Brussels. Vance also noted the Prime Minister's role in resolving the Russian-Ukrainian war.

Politics • April 14, 08:16 AM • 10610 views
Magyar's victory in Hungary does not guarantee Ukraine 90 billion euros from the EU - Media

Orbán's defeat in the elections offers hope for unblocking the EU loan, but bureaucracy will delay payments. Slovakia may also "intercept the veto" over the Druzhba oil pipeline.

Economy • April 14, 12:39 AM • 27312 views
Szijjártó reappeared after "disappearing" during Orbán's defeat announcement - Magyar stated he was found at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, where sanctions documents are being destroyedPhoto

Minister Szijjártó returned to work after disappearing during Orbán's speech. Péter Magyar announced the beginning of the mass destruction of secret papers at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

News of the World • April 13, 12:50 PM • 4253 views
EU seeks to unblock €90 billion loan for Ukraine after Orban's defeat - Bloomberg

The European Union plans to quickly approve funding for Ukraine after Péter Magyar's victory in the elections. The new Hungarian leader promises close cooperation with Brussels.

Politics • April 13, 12:07 PM • 20357 views
Ukraine canceled the recommendation to refrain from traveling to Hungary after Orbán's party defeat, ready to work on normalizing relations

Minister Andriy Sybiha lifted travel restrictions to Hungary. This happened after Péter Magyar and the Tisza party won the parliamentary elections.

Politics • April 13, 06:49 AM • 10990 views
"Hungary made history today": Magyar called on the Orbán government to resign immediatelyPhoto

Tisza party leader Péter Magyar announced victory over the regime and demanded the creation of a transitional government. The EU has already congratulated the opposition leader on his election success.

Politics • April 13, 12:58 AM • 13762 views
The country is returning to its European path - President of the European Commission on the elections in Hungary

The President of the European Commission commented on the elections in Hungary, where Péter Magyar's opposition party is leading. The Tisza Party receives 136 seats in parliament against Fidesz's 56.

Politics • April 12, 08:05 PM • 6276 views
Orbán concedes defeat and congratulates opposition leader Magyar on victory in Hungarian elections

Péter Magyar's Tisza Party secures 136 seats in the Hungarian parliament. Viktor Orbán personally called the opposition leader to congratulate him on the result.

News of the World • April 12, 07:35 PM • 5704 views
Hungarian Elections: Over 45% of votes processed, opposition "Tisza" gains constitutional majorityPhoto

After 45% of votes processed, the Tisza party wins 135 seats in parliament. Viktor Orbán's Fidesz party receives only 57 mandates with record turnout.

News of the World • April 12, 07:22 PM • 5320 views
Record turnout in Hungary exceeded 74% in parliamentary elections

By 5:00 PM, over 5. 5 million citizens had cast their votes, an all-time high. The main contest is between Viktor Orbán and Péter Magyar.

News of the World • April 12, 03:59 PM • 5571 views
Voter turnout in Hungary on April 12 exceeded previous years' figuresPhoto

Parliamentary elections in Hungary recorded a turnout of 16. 89% in the first hours of voting. Viktor Orbán and Péter Magyar have already visited polling stations.

Politics • April 12, 08:42 AM • 10751 views
Voting has begun in Hungary's parliamentary elections

Polling stations have opened in Hungary for the parliamentary elections. The main struggle has unfolded between the Fidesz party and the opposition Tisza party.

Politics • April 12, 04:31 AM • 21596 views
Mass torchlight and candlelit rallies held in Hungary on the eve of electionsPhoto

On the eve of parliamentary elections, supporters of Orbán and Magyar took to the streets of Budapest. The opposition demands change, while the prime minister calls for stability.

Politics • April 11, 08:56 PM • 14858 views
Trump announced his readiness to support Hungary's economy and Orbán

Donald Trump announced his readiness to invest in Hungary's economy ahead of the 2026 elections. He supported Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's political course.

Politics • April 10, 09:37 PM • 5299 views
US Ambassador to the EU denied Trump and Vance's interference in Hungarian elections

Andrew Pazder stated that there was no US interference in the Hungarian elections. This happened after J.D. Vance's visit to Budapest and meeting with Viktor Orbán.

Politics • April 9, 09:35 PM • 15664 views
Hungary betrayed the EU by disclosing information about sanctions negotiations to Russia - French Foreign Minister

The French Foreign Minister called Szijjártó's contacts with Lavrov regarding sanctions a violation of EU solidarity. The European Commission restricted Budapest's access to classified data.

Politics • April 9, 03:04 PM • 3967 views
Szijjártó promised Lavrov documents on Ukraine's accession to the EU - media published new "leaks" of audio recordings of conversations

Recordings of conversations between the Hungarian and Russian foreign ministers regarding negotiations in Brussels have been released. Szijjártó informed the Kremlin about the conditions for Ukraine's accession and national minorities.

Politics • April 8, 05:30 PM • 7714 views
"He's a hypocrite" - Germany accuses J.D. Vance of interfering in Hungarian elections

Berlin rejected the US Vice President's statements about the EU's influence on Hungary. German authorities consider Vance's support for Orban to be real interference in the process.

Politics • April 8, 02:55 PM • 4610 views
White House says "nothing final" on Iran talks amid plans for April 10 meeting

The Trump administration is considering an in-person meeting in Pakistan on April 10. The delegation may include J.D. Vance and Jared Kushner.

News of the World • April 8, 02:09 PM • 3392 views
In Hungary, the opposition 'Tisza' party could win two-thirds of the votes in parliament - poll

Median's forecast predicts up to 142 seats in parliament for Péter Magyar's party. This would allow the opposition to amend the constitution and unblock funds from the EU.

News of the World • April 8, 01:44 PM • 3392 views
Péter Magyar found a positive aspect in Vance's visit to Hungary to campaign for Orbán

Opposition leader Péter Magyar welcomed J. D. Vance's visit and called Washington a priority partner. According to the US Vice President, whoever becomes the new Prime Minister of Hungary, the White House will cooperate with them.

Politics • April 8, 01:35 AM • 25382 views
Hungary to agree to buy oil from the US at Orbán-Vance meeting - media

Mol Nyrt. will purchase 500,000 tons of American oil for $500 million. The deal will be announced at Viktor Orbán's meeting with the US Vice President.

News of the World • April 7, 09:57 AM • 10145 views
J.D. Vance traveled to Hungary to support Viktor Orbán in the elections

The US Vice President will speak at a rally in Budapest on April 7. Viktor Orbán hopes that Vance's visit will impress undecided Hungarian voters.

Politics • April 7, 08:17 AM • 7008 views
CPD: Russia may be behind the provocation with explosives near the gas pipeline in Serbia

Andriy Kovalenko stated Russia's probable involvement in the incident on the TurkStream. Serbian intelligence denied Orban's accusations against Ukraine.

Politics • April 7, 02:44 AM • 12023 views
Explosives and backpacks with detonators found near gas pipeline from Hungary in SerbiaPhoto

Serbian security forces conducted a large-scale operation near Kanjiža due to a threat of sabotage on the gas pipeline. Packages with explosives were found, and security at facilities has been strengthened.

News of the World • April 5, 10:04 AM • 6877 views
Zelenskyy urges Rada to urgently pass laws to avoid financial crisis - Reuters

The President urged the Rada to pass laws to receive billions of dollars in aid. The budget deficit exceeds $30 billion, and there is only enough money until May.

Society • April 3, 02:34 PM • 4670 views
Trump sends Vance to Hungary to support Orbán ahead of elections - Politico

J. D. Vance will visit Budapest to support Viktor Orbán amidst rising opposition popularity. The visit includes talks and a public speech.

Politics • April 3, 02:17 PM • 4545 views
Politico learned 5 ways for the EU to deal with Hungary if Orbán wins again

The EU is developing plans in case Orbán is re-elected, including changing voting rules and financial sanctions. Diplomats call him a Trojan horse.

Politics • March 30, 09:05 AM • 13965 views
Rich countries seek to join the EU - Politico found out if Ukraine can be moved down the queue

Iceland and Norway want to join the EU for protection. The bloc prefers wealthy candidates over poorer Eastern countries, where Ukraine is also on the waiting list.

Politics • March 30, 06:43 AM • 28518 views