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Ukrainian fencer wins silver at U-23 EC in Tallinn

Olga Sopit won a silver medal in the individual rapier fencing competition. This is the fourth medal of the European Youth Championship for the athlete.

Sports • April 24, 05:03 PM • 6903 views

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Ukrainians are changing their holiday destinations: what they are choosing

Despite the war, Ukrainians continue to travel. The most popular holiday destinations in Ukraine are western resorts, and abroad - Bulgaria, Greece and Egypt.

Our people abroad • April 15, 12:27 PM • 196341 views

Hungary bans LGBTQ+ events: details of the new constitutional amendment

The Hungarian Parliament has adopted an amendment that allows banning public LGBTQ+ events, such as Budapest Pride. Authorities will be able to identify participants and fine them.

News of the World • April 15, 06:19 AM • 3953 views

Hungary is preparing to adopt a constitutional amendment that effectively bans LGBTQ+ gatherings

The Hungarian parliament may adopt an amendment to the constitution that effectively bans LGBTQ+ gatherings. Suspension of citizenship for threatening the country's security is also possible.

News of the World • April 14, 10:47 AM • 3998 views

Trump's son will visit Romania a week before the new presidential elections - media

Donald Trump Jr. will visit Romania on April 28 as part of an Eastern European tour. The visit will take place a week before the first round of presidential elections.

News of the World • April 8, 10:48 AM • 8095 views

Ukraine was supposed to start negotiations on joining the EU this week, Hungary is blocking the process - media

Ukraine was supposed to start negotiations on joining the EU this week. Hungary has blocked this process, but there is hope for a June compromise.

Politics • April 8, 07:44 AM • 8382 views

Netanyahu arrived in Hungary for a meeting with Orbán despite the arrest warrant

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited Budapest for talks with Viktor Orbán. The visit takes place against the background of the ICC warrant for the arrest of Netanyahu for war crimes in Gaza.

News of the World • April 3, 04:15 AM • 5867 views

Sijarto in Moscow for the 13th time in 3 years: Orbán's chief diplomat seeks a record in contacts with the Kremlin

Peter Szijjarto made his 13th visit to Moscow since the beginning of Russia's full-scale aggression against Ukraine. EU officials are surprised by the frequent contacts between the Hungarian minister's frequent contacts with the Kremlin.

Politics • March 26, 02:03 PM • 21285 views

Hungary has officially banned gay parades in Budapest

The Hungarian Parliament has passed a law banning LGBTQ+ prides, citing the protection of children. Violations are punishable by fines and the use of facial recognition.

News of the World • March 18, 03:55 PM • 17484 views

Orbán's party seeks to ban gay parades in Budapest

The ruling FIDESZ party has introduced a bill banning the organization of annual gay parades in Budapest. Orbán has recently stepped up attacks on LGBTQ groups.

News of the World • March 17, 01:46 PM • 10157 views

France and Britain have offered Ukraine a month-long truce “in the air, at sea and in energy infrastructure” - Macron

Paris and London have initiated a month-long truce in Ukraine's air, sea and energy infrastructure. Macron noted that ground fighting would not be included in the truce for the time being due to the difficulty of control.

War • March 3, 06:47 AM • 34760 views

Hungarian government wants to move gay pride parade from streets of Budapest to indoor venue

Viktor Orbán's government proposes to move the annual LGBT pride parade from the streets of Budapest to an enclosed space, explaining it as “child protection. ” This continues a series of restrictions on the rights of the LGBTQ+ community in Hungary.

News of the World • February 27, 02:28 AM • 18352 views

Thousands of Hungarian judges protest in Budapest: what angered them

In Budapest, several thousand judicial employees marched for the independence of the judiciary in Hungary. The protesters opposed the “freezing” of salary increases and demanded guarantees of judicial independence.

Society • February 23, 02:07 AM • 100672 views

Russian Federation is desperately trying to move west towards Kyiv - Head of the Verkhovna Rada

The Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada, Ruslan Stefanchuk, spoke about Russia's attempts to move towards Kyiv and the threat to the whole of Europe. He emphasized that the aggressor can only be stopped through the power of unity and consolidated pressure.

War • February 11, 01:26 PM • 40752 views

5 important changes in Ukraine from February 1: new limits and tariffs

Starting February 1, 2025, Ukraine will introduce new bank limits on transfers and change electricity tariffs. There will also be changes in payments to the military and a rise in international railroad ticket prices.

Society • February 1, 06:30 AM • 168229 views

Train ticket prices to Poland and Hungary will rise from February: what you should know

Ukrzaliznytsia reduces discounts on tickets to Poland and Hungary due to rising costs. The price increase will range from 9% to 37% depending on the direction and class of carriage.

Society • January 28, 12:52 PM • 25540 views

Chinese airlines avoid flights over Russia after plane crash in Kazakhstan - media

Some Chinese air carriers have begun to avoid flying over southwestern Russia after the plane crash in Kazakhstan. New routes to Georgia and Hungary now go through Azerbaijan and other regions of Russia.

News of the World • January 2, 09:27 PM • 26591 views

Ukrzaliznytsia has removed Russian from railway tickets: what will be instead?

Duplicate information in Russian has been removed from railway tickets in Ukraine. Information is now provided in Ukrainian and English, which is a step towards European integration.

Society • December 21, 07:00 PM • 22049 views

Ukrzaliznytsia launches 2 new railway routes with the EU

Two new rail routes from Kyiv to the capitals of Hungary and Slovakia were launched. The new connections should relieve congestion on the Warsaw route and improve logistics links with the EU.

Society • December 15, 02:43 PM • 41503 views

“Ukrzaliznytsia launches a new train to Budapest: where to go next

On December 15, a new railway route Kyiv-Budapest with compartment and luxury cars will be launched. Tickets are already on sale, starting at UAH 2800, and the train will provide convenient connections to other European cities.

Announcements • December 13, 06:05 AM • 19568 views

Ticket sales for new trains open in Ukraine: where you can go

Ukrzaliznytsia has launched train ticket sales according to the new 2025 schedule. Starting from December 15, tickets are available for most domestic routes, including new destinations to Solotvyno, Yasinia, and Rakhiv.

Society • November 26, 10:02 AM • 14151 views

New railway routes are launched from Ukraine to the EU: where you can now travel by train

Ukraine launches two new rail routes to Bratislava and Budapest on December 15. It is also increasing the number of trains to Warsaw and expanding connections to the western regions of Ukraine.

Society • November 21, 11:30 AM • 18005 views

Russia is preparing a 50,000-strong group with DPRK troops for an offensive in Kursk Oblast

The United States announces the formation of a 50,000-strong Russian group, including 11,000 North Korean troops, in the Kursk region. DPRK soldiers are training with Russian forces for a future offensive.

War • November 10, 03:43 PM • 41645 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 • November 8, 02:14 PM • 18961 views

Borrell announces visit to Ukraine

EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell will visit Ukraine in the coming days. He emphasized the importance of EU unity and the need to build its own capacity independently of the United States.

War • November 8, 11:59 AM • 62987 views

Von der Leyen at the Budapest Summit: Europe must decide its own destiny

At the Budapest Summit, European leaders discussed the future role of the EU and security challenges. Leaders called for greater EU autonomy, especially in security matters.

War • November 8, 04:34 AM • 112131 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 • 55014 views

Zelenskyy discusses DPRK troops' involvement in war against Ukraine with NATO Secretary General in Budapest

The President of Ukraine meets with the NATO Secretary General to discuss the participation of the North Korean military in the war. Russia deploys 11,000 DPRK troops in the Kursk region.

War • November 7, 08:20 PM • 48391 views

Zelenskyy held talks with Starmer and Macron in Budapest: all the details

The President of Ukraine discussed the Victory Plan and military assistance with Kier Starmer and Emmanuel Macron. Particular attention was paid to long-range weapons and support on the path to NATO.

War • November 7, 08:00 PM • 41176 views

The results of negotiations between Switzerland and the EU are summarized in Budapest

Swiss President Viola Amgerd has announced the final stage of negotiations with the EU on a new political agreement. The talks are aimed at restoring relations after Switzerland's withdrawal from previous negotiations in 2021.

News of the World • November 7, 04:52 PM • 16091 views

Serhiy Koretskyi elected Chairman of the Board of Naftogaz of Ukraine - MP

Allergy season: what to pay attention to in May and how to relieve symptoms

A water pipe burst at the metro construction site in Vynohradar – Avtostrada

"She is fine with everything": expert explained why Olena Duma is blocking the adoption of the draft law on the reform of ARMA

White House responded after Putin's "ceasefire" proposal: Trump wants a permanent ceasefire

NBU's chief lawyer above the law? Investigation of Zima's case is stalling

The ball is in the NACP's court: the head of the supervisory board of the State Land Bank has a real conflict of interest

Vatican has confirmed that the conclave to elect a new Pope will begin on May 7

Stress-free renovation: where to start and how not to go crazy in the process - expert advice

A week of trials and inspiration: astrological forecast for April 28 – May 5

Explosions heard in Kyiv: air defense is working, debris falling recorded

Blackout in Europe: Spain and Portugal recovering from massive power outage

Night attack on Kyiv: there are victims, a house and cars are on fire

A recreation center burned down in Kyiv due to a Russian attack

Artillerymen of the Armed Forces of Ukraine effectively destroyed the Russian self-propelled gun "Msta-S"

Does fighting corruption cost Ukraine more than corruption itself? Figures and cases from the NABU report

NBU's chief lawyer above the law? Investigation of Zima's case is stallingExclusive

The ball is in the NACP's court: the head of the supervisory board of the State Land Bank has a real conflict of interestExclusive

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A week of trials and inspiration: astrological forecast for April 28 – May 5Exclusive

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