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Researchers have warned that Hungary's ruling Fidesz party is circumventing the political ad ban on Meta platforms ahead of the national elections scheduled for April 12. This warning follows Meta's implementation of a political ad ban in October 2025.
U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance reaffirmed his country's commitment to diplomacy in resolving the ongoing conflict in Ukraine during an official visit to Budapest. He praised Hungary's government for its balanced approach while accusing Kyiv of attempting to influence Hungarian elections.
U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance arrived in Budapest on Monday night for an official visit aimed at conveying President Donald Trump's support for his ally, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, ahead of the upcoming parliamentary elections.
Péter Tóth, head of the EU-Ukraine cooperation committee in the European Parliament, announced that the EU Council will revoke Hungary's voting rights if Viktor Orban wins the upcoming elections. This warning comes as Hungary approaches critical elections amid rising political tensions.
Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó condemned the attempted bombing of the Turkish Stream gas pipeline in Serbia, viewing it as an attack on Hungary's sovereignty. This pipeline is crucial for Hungary's supply of Russian gas.
Oil supplies from Russia to Hungary via the Druzhba pipeline have ceased following damage from a Russian attack, raising questions about Hungary's reliance on Russian energy amidst European pressures. Despite Hungary's assurances of its dependence on Russian oil, analysts point to potential alternatives.
A group of U.S. senators has introduced a bill known as the 'Putin Ban Act,' aimed at imposing sanctions on Hungarian officials accused of facilitating Russian energy purchases and obstructing aid to Ukraine. The legislation is co-sponsored by Democratic Senator <strong>Jan Schah</strong> and Republican <strong>Tom Tills</strong>.
Christine Lagarde, President of the European Central Bank, expressed deep concern over Hungary's actions in seizing part of the funds and gold allocated for Ukraine. This warning comes at a critical time as Europe seeks to bolster its support for Ukraine amid economic challenges.