Sandor Zsiros

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Thirty-five MEPs urge von der Leyen to push for Várhelyi's resignation

MEPs from four political groups asked von der Leyen to force Hungarian Commissioner Várhelyi to resign, following allegations of spying by Hungary’s foreign intelligence service.

24 October 2025

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EU takes rule of law battle to next level with budget proposal

According to the Commission's plan, all payments could be suspended under the new budget if it sees a rule of law backsliding. But getting the plan through will also require the approval of Hungary.

18 July 2025

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Hungary hit by proposed rule of law conditions in next EU budget

All payments under the biggest item in the seven-year budget plan could be linked to the rule of law, according to plans proposed by the European Commission. This would include cohesion and agricultural funds not yet suspended by Brussels.

16 July 2025

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Hungary seeks EU sanctions after death of Hungarian in Ukraine

Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán claims a Hungarian citizen was beaten to death after refusing army conscription in Ukraine. Kyiv denies the allegations and urges Hungary not to interfere.

16 July 2025