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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 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 • 5467 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 • 15757 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 • 4093 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 • 7868 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 • 4740 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 • 3533 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 • 3510 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 • 25473 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 • 10231 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 • 7144 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 • 12113 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 • 7501 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 • 4834 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 • 4711 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 • 14086 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 • 28717 views
Bloomberg learned how long Ukraine might have enough funds to cover expenses amid aid slowdown

Kyiv will only have enough finances until June, according to estimates, due to Hungary's blocking of EU aid and delays from the IMF. The NBU may begin direct lending to the state budget.

Economy • March 27, 12:42 PM • 4896 views
Orban ordered to stop gas supplies to Ukraine via Hungary from July

The Hungarian Prime Minister ordered to stop gas supplies to Ukraine from July to resume oil transit. This decision threatens lawsuits and damages.

Economy • March 26, 04:16 PM • 6276 views
Slovakia launches investigation against Robert Fico - what he is suspected of

Slovak police are investigating Prime Minister Fico's actions over the suspension of emergency power supplies to Ukraine. He is also suspected of abuse of power and treason.

News of the World • March 26, 03:49 PM • 7353 views
Orban announced the cessation of gas supplies from Hungary to Ukraine

Hungary is stopping gas supplies and blocking a €90 billion EU loan over the Druzhba oil pipeline. Viktor Orban demands the resumption of supplies.

Economy • March 25, 10:26 AM • 5081 views
Trump urged Hungarians to vote for Orbán in the next election

Donald Trump urged Hungarians to vote for Viktor Orbán in the elections on April 12, 2026. The politician called the current prime minister a strong leader and a friend.

News of the World • March 25, 06:35 AM • 6648 views
EU postpones proposed ban on Russian oil imports, planned for April 15 - Reuters

The EU has postponed the deadline for submitting a proposal to ban oil from the Russian Federation due to geopolitics. The plan envisages a complete rejection of Russian supplies by the end of 2027.

Economy • March 24, 02:32 PM • 5394 views
Szijjártó admitted to regular calls with Lavrov during EU meetings

The Hungarian Foreign Minister confirmed contacts with his Russian counterpart on energy and security issues. The EU has restricted the exchange of classified data with Hungary due to the risk of leaks to Russia.

News of the World • March 24, 01:15 PM • 5706 views
EU secret documents at risk of leaking to the Kremlin via AfD, diplomats warn - Politico

German AfD lawmakers have access to confidential records of EU ambassador meetings. Diplomats fear data on Ukraine could be leaked to Russia and China.

News of the World • March 24, 07:03 AM • 5562 views
Orban announced the possible wiretapping of Szijjártó and ordered an investigation

The Hungarian Prime Minister announced foreign interference and ordered an investigation into the details of the incident. Earlier, it became known about a data leak from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in favor of the Kremlin.

Politics • March 23, 04:34 PM • 7743 views
EU excludes Hungary from sensitive talks over fears of 'leaks' to Russia - Politico

The European Union is reducing the exchange of confidential data with Budapest due to the risk of leaks to the Kremlin. EU leaders are moving to meetings in narrow formats.

News of the World • March 23, 06:58 AM • 6858 views
Sikorski criticized Nawrocki's visit to Orban due to ties with the Kremlin

The Polish Foreign Minister is outraged by the president's plans to support Orban, who is blocking aid to Ukraine. The visit coincides with a congress of pro-Russian politicians.

News of the World • March 22, 11:06 AM • 21951 views
"Pro-Ukrainian propaganda": Hungary responds to article about assassination plot against Orban

The Hungarian government denies WP's claims about Russian special services staging an assassination attempt on Orban. Szijjártó called the information a conspiracy theory and accused Zelenskyy of threatening the prime minister.

Politics • March 22, 04:01 AM • 16708 views
Sikorski criticized Nawrocki for plans to support Orban

The Polish Foreign Minister condemned Nawrocki's visit to Hungary to support the Prime Minister, who is blocking sanctions against Russia. Orban is also delaying payments for weapons to Ukraine.

Politics • March 21, 08:50 PM • 13375 views
Szijjártó regularly reported to Lavrov during EU meetings - WP

The Hungarian Foreign Minister conveyed details of secret EU discussions to the Kremlin. Russian hackers also had full access to the Hungarian ministry's networks.

Politics • March 21, 06:41 PM • 12086 views