Hungary

Péter Szijjártó stated that Budapest will use all means to stop the von der Leyen and Zelenskyy initiative on energy sanctions that could harm the EU economy.

Orbán once again criticized Ukraine and Volodymyr Zelenskyy, repeating arguments against its accession to NATO and the EU. He stated that Ukraine's accession to the EU would drag Hungary and the entire European Union into the war.

Hungary and Slovakia will not support the European Commission's plan to stop buying gas, oil and nuclear fuel from Russia. They consider it a violation of sovereignty.

General Ingo Gerhartz has taken over the NATO headquarters in Brunssum, replacing Guglielmo Luigi Miglietta. He will lead the defense of NATO's eastern flank, which stretches for 4,000 km.

Viktor Orbán reacted to Zelenskyy's interview, stating that Hungarians do not want to die for Ukraine and that their money should go there. The Hungarian government accuses Zelenskyy of campaigning for the opposition.

The President stated that Ukraine needs weapons and support from strong countries to force Russia to stop the war. He called on world leaders to take decisive action.

The President of Ukraine accused Orbán of using the war and Zelenskyy personally in domestic politics, which leads to the radicalization of Hungarian society and worsens relations.

SpaceX is preparing to launch Axiom Mission 4 to the ISS. For the first time, astronauts from India, Poland and Hungary will go into orbit to conduct scientific research.

President of the European Council Costa stated that the EU is assessing Israel's compliance with human rights in Gaza. Measures are being considered, including changes in trade relations.

The iStore chain of stores may have been part of a large-scale system for selling equipment with violations. It is backed by a network of companies associated with Oleh Illyenko.

The President of Ukraine stated the importance of progress in negotiations on joining the EU this year. He emphasized Ukraine's contribution to European unity and the need for security guarantees.

The EU and Ukraine are negotiating a new agreement on import quotas for agricultural products. The quotas will be set between current levels and temporary exemptions granted after the Russian invasion.

The restoration of the pre-war trade regime with the EU will lead to losses of Ukrainian exports of $800 million. However, these losses are not critical and can be compensated.

Matic and Hassan disqualified for two matches for hiding the rainbow flag on their shirts. Gradit punished for homophobic remarks during the match.

France and Belgium are not yet ready to support an EU ban on Russian liquefied natural gas imports, fearing economic consequences and seeking alternative sources of supply.

From June 6, the EU will restore quotas on imports of Ukrainian agricultural products. Experts estimate Ukraine's possible losses from 1.5 to 3 billion euros.

The Hungarian Prime Minister stated that he would oppose Ukraine's accession to the EU, justifying this by protecting Hungarian interests. He believes that it will harm European families.

Despite the US call for coordinated action, a new package of EU sanctions against Russia is unlikely to be ready for the G7 summit. Hungary may block some proposals.

European stock markets are soaring as investors reorient towards European assets due to Trump's trade policy. The Stoxx 600 index is outperforming the S&P 500 by a record 18%

Russia earns billions from oil exports to the West, which allows it to finance the war. Russia's revenues from fossil fuels fell by only 5% in 2024, despite sanctions.

In the second half of 2024, electricity prices for households increased in 10 EU countries and decreased in 14. The largest increase was in Portugal, and the largest decrease was in Latvia.

The Judo Federation of Ukraine will boycott the World Championship in Hungary due to the admission of Belarusians under the national flag. IJF confirmed the admission of Belarusian athletes to competitions from June 1, 2025.

2 million border crossings have been recorded through the eQueue system, with the largest number being in the direction of Poland (1. 1 million). The system covers all checkpoints for trucks and buses.

Experts discuss the possible end of the "trade visa-free regime" with the EU, which may complicate Ukrainian exports. Negotiations are underway on a transition period and new measures.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine refuted the statements of the Minister of Hungary, Peter Szijjártó, about the alleged ban by the Ukrainian authorities of the Society of Hungarian Culture of Transcarpathia. Relevant reports in the media are false.

Archaeologists in Spain have discovered the oldest fingerprint, left 43,000 years ago. It may indicate that Neanderthals created art by dipping their finger in red pigment.

Prime Minister Fico responded to the threats of German Chancellor Merz regarding pressure on Slovakia for its position on Russia. He stated that the country does not need instructions and will defend its interests.

Friedrich Merz stated that the West's efforts to achieve a ceasefire in Ukraine have been unsuccessful. He emphasized that Europe should prepare for long-term support for Ukraine.

According to media reports, EU-US talks on combating evasion of sanctions against Russia have failed. An EU special representative announced a break in communications with the American side.

Artifacts of the Tlacotepehua culture, which disappeared over 500 years ago, have been discovered in the Tlayocok cave in Mexico. They were likely used in fertility rituals.