Hungary

Two Sides of the Same Coin: Queerness and Democracy

Hungary’s 2025 Pride became a bold freedom parade: queer defiance against Orban’s authoritarianism and erosion of democracy.

Hungary and Slovakia: EU Veto as a Double Edged Sword

Hungary and Slovakia’s veto use risks EU sanctions, economic fallout, and deeper political isolation amid rising tensions over Ukraine aid.

Orban Takes a Leaf Out of the Kremlin’s Book

Espionage row in Zakarpattia deepens Ukraine-Hungary tensions, sparking fears of regional instability and foreign interference.

One Against Twenty-Six: Hungary’s Tariff Gamble

Hungary breaks EU ranks on U.S. tariffs, citing national interest and economic impact as Orbán pursues independent foreign policy path.

U.S.-Backed Forces Seek to Dismantle EU’s Emerging Power Base

Ultraconservative think tanks from the U.S., Poland, and Hungary push EU reforms, challenging its unity amid record-high public support.

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Delayed Gratification, No More: France’s Fintech Boom

French fintech apps promise wealth through smartphones. Are millions swapping traditional saving for risky gambling?

Unfrozen from the Dead: Taliban Gains First Backer in Russia

Moscow's recognition of the Taliban government breaks four years of international isolation and opens a new chapter in Afghan diplomacy.

Seal of Approval: EU Delists UAE from Financial Watchlist

EU removes UAE from high-risk AML list after major financial reforms, paving way for deeper trade ties and strategic Gulf-EU cooperation.

Un-Detected: Russia’s Silent Assault on the Baltics

When midnight strikes on the Baltics, Russian ships drift dangerously close to cables that power Europe's digital economy.

Emotionless Yet Cultured: Banknotes Adopt Cultural Symbols

Banknotes worldwide are ditching famous faces for cultural symbols, reshaping national identity from the UK to Japan and Australia.