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Orban calls for Ukraine ceasefire to pave the way to peace talks

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban visited Kyiv Tuesday, a day after he took over the EU's rotating presidency. A vocal critic of the EU's support for Ukraine, Orban urged President Volodymyr Zelensky to consider a ceasefire to accelerate an end to the war with Russia.

France 24

Ukraine war briefing: Thousands of Ukrainian convicts join fight against Russian forces

More than 3,000 prisoners in Ukraine released on parole to boost military numbers; Hungary’s pro-Russian PM, Viktor Orbán, expected to visit Kyiv. What we know on day 860

The Guardian - AU

Viktor Orbán expected to make surprise trip to Kyiv on Tuesday

Sources say Hungary’s pro-Russia PM planning to visit president Volodymyr Zelenskiy one day after assuming EU presidency

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Scotland fans deserve Steve Clarke mea culpa as nation looks for Euros closure

Scotland manager Steve Clarke has kept his counsel since the aftermath of the crushing defeat to Hungary, but fans deserve an explanation...

The National (Scotland)

Hungary assumes EU presidency amid controversies and corruption concerns

As of today, 1 July, Hungary has taken over the EU's rotating presidency. However, diplomats are concerned because nationalist leader Viktor Orban, who has been in power since 2010, has frequently clashed with Brussels. What are the main points of contention?

Radio France Internationale

Tree-less Canopy Walkway Shines Spotlight On Hungary Graft

It should have been a forest canopy walkway -- but instead it is a bridge above an expanse of saplings and open fields.

International Business Times

Hungary Takes On EU Presidency Amid Concerns

Hungary takes over the EU's rotating presidency on Monday, promising to be an "honest broker" despite widespread concerns over what critics see as an authoritarian, Russia-friendly government.

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Hungary's Orban forms new EU parliament group ahead of rotating presidency

Hungary's nationalist Prime Minister Viktor Orban on Sunday announced the formation of a new EU parliamentary alliance with Austria's far-right party and the Czech centrist group of ex-premier Andrej Babis. This comes on the eve of Hungary taking over the rotating presidency of the EU.

Radio France Internationale

Hungary's Orban moves to form new alliance with Austrian and Czech nationalist parties

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban announced he wanted to form a new alliance with Austria’s far-right Freedom Party and the main Czech opposition party. The trio is looking to attract political partners from other EU countries to successfully form a group in the new European parliament.

France 24

‘Patriots for Europe’: Hungary’s Orban announces new EU Parliament alliance

Austria’s far-right Freedom Party and populist Czech ANO led by Andrej Babis join as Hungary takes on EU presidency.

Al Jazeera

‘Make Europe Great Again’: Hungary sets scene for its EU presidency

Many of bloc’s diplomats fear a six-month ‘fiasco’ with Viktor Orbán’s government overseeing the agenda

The Guardian - UK

Hungary's Orbán presents a new alliance with Austrian and Czech nationalist parties

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has presented a new alliance with Austria’s far-right Freedom Party and the main Czech opposition party, which hopes to attract other partners and become the biggest right-wing group in the European Parliament

The Independent UK

Scotland Euro 24 flops told 'it's not a computer game' and to take own responsibility

Scotland Euro 2024 flops have been told 'it's not a computer game' and to take own responsibility for their elimination.

The National (Scotland)

EU holds its breath as Hungary’s Orban vows to ‘Make Europe Great Again’

Hungary’s pro-Kremlin leader Viktor Orban takes over the rotating presidency of the European Council on July 1, just weeks after fellow nationalist and populist parties surged across the bloc in European polls. Hungarian diplomats have promised a “normal” presidency over the coming six months, while experts note that the role…

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Scotland penalty claim was ‘just physical contact’, says Uefa referees chief

Uefa has defended the decision to deny Scotland a penalty in their defining defeat against Hungary

Evening Standard

UEFA referees' chief explains why Scotland weren't awarded a penalty in Hungary controversy

Roberto Rosetti suggests furious Scots were fortunate not to concede spot-kick of their own in Group A finale

The Conversation

‘Make Europe Great Again’: far right Hungary takes over presidency of the Council of the European Union

On 1 July, Hungary will take over the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union, with the term lasting until 31 December 2024. This has provoked unease in the European Parliament due to infringements by Hungarian prime minister Viktor Orbán’s government against the rule of law and the…

The Independent UK

Hungary’s LGBT+ community calls out PM Orban: ‘We live in a bubble of terror’

With Hungary set to take over the EU presidency for six months from Monday – the end of global Pride month – two prominent activists tell Tom Watling they feel like second-class European citizens

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The National (Scotland)

UEFA ref chief says it was correct decision not to award Scotland penalty

Here is why UEFA managing director of refereeing Roberto Rosetti thought the decision not to award Scotland a penalty against Hungary was the…

The Guardian - UK

‘We weren’t a punching bag’: verdicts from Euro 2024 countries who are out

Anger, confusion and disappointment were among the emotions in the nations eliminated in the group stage

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Hungarian Striker Barnabás Varga Released From Hospital After Injury

Hungarian striker Barnabás Varga released from hospital after injury during Euro 2024 match. Concussion and broken cheekbone, now recovering at home.

iMore

Apple Pay 'technical problem' sees customers wrongly charged thousands in numerous rogue App Store transactions

Apple Pay users in Hungary are reporting a major issue with rogue card transactions coming from Apple's App Store.

The Conversation

Populism can degrade democracy but is on the rise − here’s what causes this political movement and how it can be weakened

There’s a widespread view that populism is on the rise, from the United States and Turkey to India and Hungary.

The Guardian - UK

Transparency watchdog investigated as Hungary tries to curb ‘foreign influence’

Move fuels fears that Viktor Orbán’s government is increasing efforts to crack down on independent voices

The Independent UK

Hungary's 'sovereignty protection' office launches investigation into Transparency International

A Hungarian authority tasked with defending the nation’s sovereignty against foreign influence has launched an investigation into the Hungarian branch of international anti-corruption organization Transparency International

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