Following his election victory in Hungary, Péter Magyar is planning a swift transition focused on combating corruption and recovering frozen EU funds. He aims to end Hungary’s close ties with Russia and restore the rule of law.
By Stephan Israel
Following the election, Berlin and Paris are pushing for the rapid release of billions of euros in aid for Ukraine. However, Brussels is likely to release frozen EU funds to Hungary only in exchange for concrete reforms. Von der Leyen is also calling for an end to veto-based obstruction.
By Till Hoppe, János Allenbach-Ammann and Stephan Israel
The European Chamber is warning about China’s new supply chain rules. Vague wording, it says, could lead to legal conflicts and sanctions for European companies.
By Amelie Richter
The US and Iran have failed to reach an agreement. A former Pakistani general points to Iran’s resilience and the fundamental disconnect between the two sides.
By Shams Ul Haq
Péter Magyar wants to lead Hungary back into Europe. The election winner promises that his country will once again be a strong ally in NATO and the European Union. Across Europe, there is widespread relief that the Orbán era has come to an end.
By Stephan Israel
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is in discussions with her commissioners over measures to propose at the next summit in response to high energy prices – likely including a tax on windfall profits. For now, the Commission is rejecting calls to suspend fiscal rules.
By Manuel Berkel, Till Hoppe and Almut Siefert
The European Parliament and the Council are holding their first discussions on tariff cuts under the US trade deal. The Council is pushing for swift implementation, while Parliament wants to make the concessions conditional.
By Antonia Zimmermann
Ireland is considering changing how it calculates its methane emissions target in the future. If the “temperature neutrality” approach gains traction in Europe, it would lead to unfairness and weaker climate action, warns Environmental Action Germany’s (DUH) methane expert.
By Marc Meunier
The NATO Secretary General’s visit to Washington stands in stark contrast to the mood at NATO headquarters in Brussels. Staff members speak of disappointment and fatigue in light of US President Donald Trump’s threats to withdraw from the alliance.
By Katharina Horban
While polls show challenger Péter Magyar as the favorite, these predictions should be taken with a grain of salt. Moreover, even if Viktor Orbán loses, he could still derail the transfer of power.
By Stephan Israel
