Jozsef Szajer, a top politician with the conservative Fidesz party, will leave the European Parliament after attending a gathering in Brussels that violated coronavirus restrictions.
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Hungary Moves to End Rule by Decree, but Orban’s Powers May Stay
Legislation to drop the state of emergency prompted by the coronavirus was seen by some as effectively codifying Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s extended authority.
What Should Europe Do About Viktor Orban and ‘Illiberal Democracy’?
Donald Tusk is leaving his job as European Council president, but he still faces the problem presented by his old friend, transformed by power and cynicism.
Pushed From Hungary, University Created by Soros Shifts to Vienna
Central European University and its founder, George Soros, have been favorite targets of Hungary’s leader, Viktor Orban, as he stifles dissenting voices.
The Money Farmers: How Oligarchs and Populists Milk the E.U. for Millions
The European Union spends $65 billion a year subsidizing agriculture. But a chunk of that money emboldens strongmen, enriches politicians and finances corrupt dealing.
Coke Ad Riles Hungary Conservatives, Part of Larger Gay Rights Battle
In Eastern Europe, right-wing nationalists have focused their wrath on L.G.B.T. people, who they say are forcing immoral ways on their countries.
A Friend to Israel, and to Bigots: Viktor Orban’s ‘Double Game’ on Anti-Semitism
Hungary’s leader has backed Jewish institutions and causes, and befriended Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel — while making use of anti-Semitic tropes.
Matteo Salvini Announces New European Alliance of Far-Right Populists
Matteo Salvini, leader of Italy’s League party, and like-minded politicians from other countries hope to take control of the European Parliament in elections in May.
Top E.U. Coalition Suspends Party Led by Hungary’s Autocratic Leader
The move endangers the European Parliament’s most powerful political alliance — one that has shielded the Hungarian prime minister, Viktor Orban, as he has dismantled checks on his power.
Protesting ‘Slave Law,’ Thousands Take to Streets in Hungary
A law compelling people to work hundreds of hours of overtime without full or immediate compensation has created a new, and diverse, set of protesters.