Péter Magyar has invited parliamentary parties, including Viktor Orbán's Fidesz, to visit the Paks nuclear power plant. The invitation aims to inform them about the construction progress and highlight any past shortcomings.
A Ukrainian savings bank has sued an ex-politician living in Austria, who is accused of echoing Fidesz's narrative, in connection with a segment of the 'gold convoy case' in Vienna.
Anita Orbán revealed that both the former and current wives of a Fidesz politician used the government waiting room, each traveling onward by private jet. This suggests privileged access to state facilities.
A Fidesz municipal councillor in Újbuda, Péter Balogh, has been expelled from the party's faction after his name emerged in connection with organizations linked to Nóra Király. Despite the expulsion, he has stated he will not resign his mandate.
The University of Pécs has reversed its decision to appoint Zoltán Fülöp, a former editor-in-chief of Új Dunántúli Napló and Fidesz propagandist, as its communications manager.
Charges have been filed against Zoltán Koskovics, a staff member of a Fidesz-linked CPAC-organizer center, for posting a rainbow flag with a superimposed swastika during last year's Budapest Pride.
The Supreme Prosecutor's Office of Hungary has stated that the seizure of data carriers from the Fidesz server park in connection with the NKA case was not conducted in accordance with regulations. They have requested a repeat of the procedure due to these irregularities.
The University of Pécs in Hungary has appointed Zoltán Fülöp, a former editor-in-chief from the pro-government media universe, as its new deputy head of communications.
A recent Europion poll indicates that the Tisza Party is maintaining its support, but the gap with Fidesz has narrowed. The Mi Hazánk party's support is in double digits, and Dávid Vitézy has slightly overtaken Péter Magyar in politician popularity.
Hungary's Constitutional Court will examine the initiative to remove Tamás Sulyok on Thursday, following a request for subsequent norm control by Fidesz-KDNP.
János Bóka, the Fidesz party's faction leader, has suggested that the party's current strategy might not be viable in the future and that a coalition could provide more effective political representation.
Hungary's parliament has elected András Baka, a former Supreme Court judge and critic of Viktor Orbán, as the country's new president. This election comes as the Hungarian government faces a lawsuit over alleged misuse of funds for social media campaigns.
Zoltán Tanács, a Hungarian politician, reacted to a Fidesz representative's comments on the importance of Tusványos, stating that it will finally become clear what the event is worth without public funding.
Two new Fidesz Members of Parliament, Palóc André and Hortay Olivér, were unable to correctly recite the oath of office, stumbling on the final sentence.
Authorities in Hungary are reportedly still investigating servers belonging to the Fidesz party, which were seized in connection with the NKA case, with detailed information on the ongoing probe remaining undisclosed.
Mályi Tégla Kft., a 70-year-old Hungarian brick factory, is facing closure after operating at a loss since 2020, with its owner claiming a promised Eximbank loan from Minister Márton Nagy was not received due to his refusal to join the Fidesz party.
Gergely Huth, former editor-in-chief of Pesti Srácok, expressed strong criticism of Balázs Orbán, Fidesz's campaign head, following earlier criticism from a Hír TV presenter. The articles describe a sense of "secondary shame" felt by Huth regarding Orbán's actions.
The Tisza government in Hungary is facing its initial significant challenge, focusing on deficit reduction as a key test of its administration. This comes amidst scrutiny of the government's energy performance and media relations.
Viktor Orban's Fidesz party announced its decision to boycott the upcoming Hungarian presidential election. The party will not participate in the selection process for the new president.
The Hungarian Parliament is set to convene next week to vote on the president, amidst reports that the Fidesz party has interfered with the operation of public media.
Following the Tisza government's decision to open Hungary's textbook market, the first new textbook publisher has emerged, with the state distributor already signing initial contracts for the sale of new textbooks, 12 years after the Fidesz party nationalized the market.
A recent survey indicates that half of Hungarians are satisfied with the government's actions regarding the energy crisis, though only 13 percent of Fidesz supporters share this satisfaction.
Áron Molnár's video highlights five organizations linked to the Fidesz municipal council in Monor that may have received unauthorized National Cultural Fund (NKA) support.
Emails and messages reportedly prove how Hungary's ruling Fidesz party interfered with the operations of public media, with press officers from Bertalan Havasi and Péter Szijjártó regularly sending instructions to MTI staff.
János Hajdu, the former director of Hungary's Counter Terrorism Centre (TEK) who is suspected of unlawful detention, has founded his own company. He became Fidesz's security chief after being dismissed from TEK.
Bence Rétvári stated at a Fidesz-KDNP press conference that while the government's performance in recent years isn't perfect, the situation would be much worse without the developments of the past 16 years.
Hungary's Fidesz party has invited a Századvég researcher, Olivér Hortay, to join its parliamentary faction, along with André Palóc, former spokesperson for the Ministry of National Economy.
The Fidesz mayor of Nagyatád, László Ludas, has asked Dávid Vitézy to reopen a railway line previously closed by Minister Lázár, arguing that train travel is better and more environmentally friendly than bus transport.
The Fidesz party foundation has launched a new community initiative named 'Szabadság Tér' (Freedom Square), aiming to support citizens when the foundations of democratic order are perceived to be shaken.
Hungary's MFB development bank has appointed renowned and politically independent financial experts to its leadership bodies, aiming to boost the bank's credibility in managing RRF funds.
Hungary's ruling Fidesz party is reportedly planning a reshuffle, with 4-6 parliamentary faction members expected to be replaced by the end of the year, as the party aims to keep pace with the Tisza party.
Gábor Nagy criticized Viktor Orbán's attempts to win back disillusioned Fidesz voters, suggesting the Fidesz camp is struggling to process the 'April shock.' The article also mentions Lőrinc Mészáros's potential withdrawal from Hungarikum Alkusz.
A Hungarian opinion piece discusses various geopolitical topics, including the Iran conflict, Trump's understanding of it, Putin's influence, and a legal case involving Fidesz servers in Hungary.
The Hungarian parliament has elected Pál Sonnevend as a new Constitutional Court judge, a move criticized by some as a forceful restructuring of the court, despite a boycott by Fidesz.
Bús Balázs, accused of embezzlement in the NKA case, sent a message from Szeged prison to Péter Magyar, claiming that tyranny exists and his only crime was being a Fidesz member.
Fidesz-KDNP accused the Tisza Party of misleading voters by not only promising VAT exemption for prescription drugs during the campaign, sparking a debate on medicine pricing.
A Hungarian state secretary responsible for culture is accused of allocating billions to organizations and events that explicitly aided the Fidesz political party's campaign, with his signature reportedly appearing on relevant documents.
The House of Representatives of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina is holding an emergency session today. The agenda includes discussions on veteran benefits and the rebalance of the health fund.
The Erzsébeti Napló, a local newspaper in Pesterzsébet, Hungary, is still promoting the national creed of Fidesz, raising questions about the use of public funds, which the Tisza government plans to investigate.
Footage shows the Prime Minister taking a stack of papers from a Fidesz politician's desk during a parliamentary session, with conflicting explanations offered by the involved parties.
Péter Magyar was accused by a Fidesz representative of taking notes from Péter Takács's desk, with Magyar later posting a photo suggesting the papers were medical exam questions.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán apologized for nurturing Péter Magyar within FIDESZ's ranks during a politically charged speech at the Tusványos Summer University in Romania.
An Austrian newspaper reports that the dismantling of Hungary's Fidesz party is progressing well, with pressure mounting around Prime Minister Orbán's inner circle, noting the rapid pace set by Péter Magyar.
Fidesz states that Csaba Hende's mandate as a constitutional judge is ending due to illegitimate laws and will not participate in the nomination or election of new constitutional judges.
Péter Takács, a Fidesz leader, believes that the party has sufficiently analyzed its mistakes and will soon receive necessary guidance from Viktor Orbán, with plans for a further push in the autumn.
András Schiffer suggested noting Fidesz members who were enthusiastic at Tusványos years ago but are now seen as 'traitors.' A panel on family and career at Tusványos was described as a 'Fidesz grief processing' session, indicating internal reflection within the party.
A conversation involving Balázs Orbán and András Schiffer at Tusványos discussed the Tisza party's exercise of power and suggested Fidesz might bear some responsibility for the political struggle between the two parties.
A press analysis suggests that Orbán's Fidesz party 'has no future' and that the era of unified EU action against Putin is over. It also touches on Trump's actions in the Middle East and Iran's hopes regarding oil prices.
Radnai Márk, vice-chairman of the Tisza Party, stated that top Fidesz officials could face charges, suggesting that only those not involved in alleged wrongdoings would avoid accountability.
Hungary's Fidesz party announced it will not participate in the nomination and election of new constitutional judges, stating that the judge chosen to replace Csaba Hende will be 'obviously illegitimate'.
Navracsics Tibor, who has been teaching and 'hovering' around Fidesz since its defeat, described the events in parliament as vulgar and disgusting, but declined to comment on Viktor Orbán's trip to the US.
Hungarian prosecutors entered the premises of the opposition Fidesz party, seizing servers and communication systems as part of an investigation into the spending of approximately 44.5 million euros from the National Cultural Fund.
According to data from Závecz Research, Hungary's ruling Fidesz party has lost one million voters since the April elections, a shift unprecedented for any party in the last 36 years.
Bertalan Havasi is demanding the return of servers seized from the Fidesz headquarters as part of an NKA investigation. Lawyer György Magyar stated that the search and seizure were lawful and likely related to investigating the allocation of funds.
An organization operating on János Pócs's farm, led by a twice-failed Fidesz mayoral candidate and involved in 'phantom concerts,' received 150 million forints in public funds.
Two representatives, János Kozma and Sándor Malinás, announced their departure from the Fidesz faction in Óbuda on Wednesday, leading to the dissolution of the faction, according to Óbuda Mayor László Kiss.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán denounced a prosecutor's raid on his Fidesz party's servers, calling it an unprecedented act of intimidation and a sign of tyranny. He accused the current government of suppressing democracy and called for national resistance against what he described as a politically motivated procedure.
Members of Hungary's Fidesz and KDNP parties were absent from an economic committee meeting where opposition Tisza party members supported the Hungarian National Bank's report, which focused on price stability.
János Bóka, the new Fidesz faction leader, stated that the resignation of Hungary's chief prosecutor is a protest against what he describes as "Tisza-style political arbitrariness" emerging in the country. He suggested that the prosecutor's office could fall under open political control after the resignation.
Wealth investigations in Hungary could become highly effective with the tax authority's new IT and data analysis tools, despite the Fidesz party having removed the tax authority's independent investigative powers in 2016.
Former Fidesz minister Balázs Hankó was confronted in an interview about the National Cultural Fund (NKA) case and state subsidies allocated to Gödöllő, his constituency.
The Tusványos festival is expected to have a different atmosphere following the Fidesz electoral defeat, with one of its founders stating it should not serve the interests of Fidesz. Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is expected to provide direction to his fragmented camp.
The Hungarian Prosecutor's Office raided offices containing servers belonging to the ruling Fidesz party as part of an investigation into alleged abuses involving 17 billion forints.
Hungary's Fidesz party has published a 'Declaration of Resistance,' vowing to use all peaceful means to fight against what they describe as a new 'authoritarian system' and promising to help its victims.
Prosecutors conducted raids on the headquarters of Viktor Orbán's Fidesz party, which houses its internet servers, leading the main opposition party to accuse the new center-right government of political targeting.
The Hungarian Constitutional Court rejected a motion by Fidesz-KDNP representatives regarding a constitutional amendment. This decision precedes a forthcoming ruling on 16.4 billion euros from the EU.
The Hungarian Constitutional Court held a session but has not yet made a decision on the ex-post norm control requests submitted by the Fidesz-KDNP opposition parties.
Zoltán Fülöp, former editor-in-chief of a pro-government propaganda outlet, did not receive a middle management position at the University of Pécs, which he was expected to take in September.
Hungarian singer Tóth Gabi, a vocal supporter of Fidesz, acknowledged her role in becoming a subject of public discourse and accepts responsibility, but asserts that it doesn't justify endless humiliation.
Charges have been filed against an employee of the Fidesz-affiliated Center for Fundamental Rights in Hungary for allegedly superimposing a swastika onto a rainbow flag in a social media post. The incident has drawn criticism and legal action.
Over the past 16 years, secret surveillance authorizations in Hungary have increased by 56% compared to socialist governments, with nearly 20,000 approvals under the last four Fidesz administrations and almost no rejections from the justice ministry.
The new Hungarian government plans to thoroughly review the 2.36 billion euro satellite service contracts between the Fidesz government and the 4iG group, while also joining an EU project similar to Starlink.
Endre Hann has raised concerns about potential money laundering regarding Századvég's 60,000-person research, which received 7.6 billion forints from the Fidesz government between January and March. The significant funding for the research is under scrutiny.
Hungary's ruling Fidesz party boycotted the parliamentary vote for the new president and the subsequent inauguration, with critics comparing their tactics to those used against the previous president. Opposition members questioned the new president's suitability for the office.
A lecturer at the University of Pécs claims that politicians from Hungary's Fidesz and KDNP parties undeservedly obtained doctoral degrees from the institution. The accusation raises questions about academic integrity and political influence.
Hortay Olivér and Palóc André, known for their professional and moderate styles, have been sworn in as new Fidesz MPs, promising to avoid showmanship in politics.
Hungary's University of Theatre and Film Arts (SZFE) has responded to a leaked open letter, which claims that the university's senate and current leadership are largely illegitimate following its occupation by Fidesz.
Analyst Róna Dániel suggests that Fidesz is in a difficult position with no clear way out and discusses the potential suitability of András Baka as president for the Tisza party, noting he might not generate significant enthusiasm.
The opposition Tisza party in Hungary has nominated lawyer András Baku for president and plans a parliamentary vote, while the ruling Fidesz party disputes the legitimacy of the proposed election.
In the European Parliament, the People's Party faction wins most votes, while the 'Venezuelan majority' of right-wing parties is rare. Analyzing statistics, the new factions of Fidesz and Mi Hazánk appear to be more unified.
After 16 years in power, Hungary's right-wing Fidesz party is reportedly facing potential fragmentation, with moderate supporters open to forming a new party. Analysts suggest this could offer them a chance to enter parliament.
The Fidesz government in Hungary has approved a national strategy for battery manufacturing despite lacking comprehensive environmental studies, raising questions about the industry's future amid the energy crisis.
Fidesz politician Tamás Deutsch controversially compared Péter Magyar's governance to an 'unintentionally released fart at the table,' suggesting it is much worse.
A Hungarian news agency has released a 500-page documentation detailing ten years of alleged political control and suppression of critical reporting under Viktor Orbán's government, claims which the former ruling party Fidesz denies.
Hungarian columnist Para-Kovács Imre criticized the Fidesz parliamentary faction, suggesting that extreme heat might not be conducive to high-minded thoughts, but alternative solutions like silence exist.
A Medián poll indicates that a civic party breaking away from Fidesz could easily enter the Hungarian parliament, though the current electoral law might hinder hopes for a government change in 2030.
Hungary's ruling Fidesz party is attempting to shift blame for the current crisis onto Magyar Péter, claiming the government that took office in May is solely responsible and that such situations did not occur under Viktor Orbán.
The Fidesz party is reportedly running out of ideas and a clear message, while the KDNP is absent, as they face challenges from figures like Péter Magyar despite their social media efforts.
János Hajdu, Fidesz's security chief who is suspected of unlawful detention, has launched his own company in a sector far removed from law enforcement, though he may have gained experience in the Counter-Terrorism Centre.
Influencer Edina Pottyondy claims that the current energy crisis exposes Fidesz's 'utility cost reduction' policy as a major lie, attributing it to decades of political neglect regarding climate change.
Hungary's ruling Fidesz party has criticized the Sziget Festival for its 'gigantic' electricity consumption, while organizers argue that a festival visitor uses less than half the energy of an average person and are prepared with their own generator system.
According to ATV, Gyula Budai is expected to leave the Fidesz parliamentary faction. This move could open up two new positions within Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's party group.
Hungarian Fidesz faction leader János Bóka criticized the government's actions, calling them 'hasty, unprepared, and incompetent,' particularly regarding the long-known situation of the Danube's water level.
During a parliamentary session in Hungary, Magyar Péter accused Fidesz of actions similar to those they criticized Kollár Kinga for, leading to a significant walkout by the Fidesz-KDNP faction led by Bóka János.
Days after Fidesz server seizures, three police officers inspected the House of Terror Museum in Hungary following an anonymous report claiming documents were being destroyed inside the building.
A Republikon poll indicates that the Tisza party's support remains stable in Hungary, despite ongoing domestic political debates, while the ruling Fidesz party struggles to increase its own support.
A majority of Fidesz supporters no longer believe Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is correct, particularly after his speech at Tusványos. This indicates a significant shift in public opinion regarding Orbán's political stance among his own party's base.
In a significant political development in Hungary, the nationalist Our Homeland Movement (Mi Hazánk Mozgalom) has voted to align with the TISZA government against FIDESZ.
Bús Balázs, the former mayor of Óbuda, stated from Szeged's Csillagbörtön prison that he considers himself a political prisoner of the Tisza system, claiming his only crime is being a Fidesz member.
A correspondent for the Frankfurter Allgemeine newspaper, based in Vienna, reported on Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán flying on a budget airline, noting that while the former premier projects modesty, centrifugal forces within Fidesz are growing.
Posts appeared on the Facebook pages of KDNP politicians defending Zsolt Semjén's innocence after a former resident of the Szőlő Street foster home named 'Uncle Zsolti' in connection with child abuse, prompting Fidesz-KDNP to take criminal legal steps.
Péter Takács anticipates that Viktor Orbán will no longer be the leader of the Fidesz party in a year, despite most Fidesz members preparing to continue under his leadership.
Eleven prominent Fidesz politicians were interviewed about the party's future and Viktor Orbán's role. Some foresee the party strengthening within a year, while others consider building new coalitions, describing Orbán as a 'yeast,' 'oracle,' and 'indispensable' figure.
Following recent elections, the Fidesz media empire reportedly collapsed like a house of cards, but supporters at Tusványos suggest it's not the end, but rather a reorganization. The move indicates efforts to ensure the survival of the pro-government media landscape.
Hungarian singer Gabi Tóth, who previously openly supported Fidesz, stated her disillusionment with politics and vowed never to be drawn into it again, as she now focuses on launching a mentorship studio and reflects on her past naivety.
Slovak Prime Minister Péter Magyar opened an extraordinary parliamentary session with a fierce attack on Viktor Orbán and his Fidesz party, labeling them as an irredeemable party without solutions to the crisis.
A Publicus poll indicates that fewer people consider Péter Magyar suitable for the prime minister position, with his party losing 3-5% since May. However, Viktor Orbán's Fidesz party only gained 1-3%, suggesting he did not significantly benefit from Magyar's decline.
More than half a billion forints in public funds were transferred to a Fidesz-friendly news portal in Slovakia, bringing the total received since 2018 to over 4.3 billion forints.
Hungary is reportedly accelerating the dismantling of the 'party-state' structure established by Viktor Orban, as the Prosecutor's Office intensifies its investigation into alleged corruption networks linked to Fidesz, while Magyar seeks to strengthen the rule of law and align with Brussels.
Hungarian politician Tibor Navracsics has expressed uncertainty regarding the future of the Fidesz party, suggesting that much depends on former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.
László Papp, the mayor of Debrecen, stated that he feels like he's been abandoned by a loved one regarding Fidesz, describing the party as being in a vegetative state and its actions as incomprehensible. He also criticized the last government term as tragic.
Balázs Orbán, who led the campaign, states he doesn't recall whose idea the controversial 'headshot video' was, adding that it's irrelevant and no personal responsibility should be sought after Fidesz's election defeat.
Fidesz and KDNP representatives have filed a constitutional court petition, challenging specific parts of a law requiring 5.8 trillion forints, and requesting its complete annulment if the court does not strike down the entire legislation.
Visszacsinálhatatlanok azok az eredmények, amiket a Fidesz ért el a külhoni magyarság támogatásával, állította az egykori miniszterelnökhelyettes Tusványoson.
In the days following Fidesz's election defeat, Balázs Hankó's ministry distributed billions of forints, with funds going to various foundations and cultural events, some just days before the election.
Former Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is calling for 'national resistance' against the government, but his Fidesz party is reportedly losing prominent members, suggesting it has 'no future'.
A weekly summary of post-election events in Hungary indicates that the Fidesz party is on the verge of collapse, with Prime Minister Orbán's allies facing difficulties.
L. Simon László described Fidesz's campaign as 'penetrating,' while Tibor Navracsics noted a radical simplification of Fidesz's communication since the 2015 migration crisis, targeting 'navvies' instead of academics, which left the middle class feeling suffocated by April.
Kristóf Szatmáry, the Fidesz president in Budapest, compared the Tisza Party to the imperial oppressors of Princess Leia at Tusványos, stating that Fidesz leadership is preparing for their two-thirds majority to be led away on a leash, and Péter Magyar can only be stopped by receiving fewer likes.
According to Átlátszó, companies belonging to Párkai Dávid, personal secretary to Fidesz politician Máté Kocsis, were enriched by a hundred-million-forint commission from the purchase of an Alapjogokért Központ property and 450 million forints in NKA support.
A Publicus poll indicates that a significant majority of Hungarians, including nearly a third of Fidesz supporters, back the creation of an asset recovery office and agree with the constitutional changes that led to Tamás Sulyok's departure.
Nagy Gábor Bálint, Hungary's Chief Prosecutor, has resigned. This follows an investigation by the prosecutor's office into the ruling Fidesz party, which included seizing their communication systems and databases, leading to an internet outage at their headquarters.
Závecz Tibor and Hann Endre discussed the Hungarian public's assessment of the Tisza government and the survival prospects of Fidesz, with Hann Endre emphasizing accountability for the previous government's actions.
Hungary's Prosecutor General, Gábor Bálint Nagy, has resigned from his position, citing politically motivated disputes. His resignation comes amidst ongoing political tensions and accusations from opposition figures like Péter Magyar.
Another individual has been arrested and questioned as a suspect in connection with the NKA scandal in Hungary, with investigators reportedly seizing Fidesz servers due to a lack of cooperation in providing electronic data.
Hungarian prosecutors have launched a major investigation into the National Cultural Fund, raiding the data servers of former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's Fidesz party.
Hungarian public media has been broadcasting only films and music for two weeks as part of a major reform initiated by the new government, which claims it is correcting 16 years of 'propaganda' and has passed a new law.
Bence Partos, an expert in digital civic circles, has earned a doctorate in philosophy, having also worked on Fidesz's election campaign over the past year.
Hungarian prosecutors have raided the data center of Viktor Orbán's ruling Fidesz party, seizing servers and communication systems as part of a corruption probe. The party has condemned the action as unprecedented since the end of communism, with the raid coming as the current government moves to dismantle the former leader's influence.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has announced that János Bóka will be the new parliamentary group leader for the Fidesz party. The announcement follows speculation about who would take on the role.
Neither Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán nor Mi Hazánk party leader László Toroczkai accepted Péter Magyar's invitation to an event in Paks, with Fidesz dismissing the idea of listening to the Prime Minister.
The right-hand man of Attila Vidnyánszky is expected to take over as director of the Sopron theater, following the unexpected departure of the previous director, amidst dissatisfaction from the Fidesz–KDNP-majority local government regarding audience numbers and programming.
Erik Bánki, a Fidesz politician, reportedly lived in the luxury property of the head of Hungast, a company embroiled in scandal, with the politician being mentioned multiple times in a key figure's testimony.
The Hungarian Prosecutor General’s Office has ruled that the seizure of FIDESZ’s servers constituted an unlawful “fishing expedition,” although the order authorizing the search was lawful. The seizures must be carried out again.
Recent developments in Hungary include a decision to increase the water level at Paks, an ongoing investigation into ambulance services, and the Supreme Prosecutor's Office ruling that the seizure of Fidesz servers in the NKA case was unlawful.
The Hungarian Chief Prosecutor's Office has deemed the seizure of Fidesz servers in the NKA case irregular, calling it a 'fishing expedition' and stating that the procedure must be repeated.
The punk band Lambrini Girls delivered a politically charged performance at the Sziget Festival, criticizing Fidesz and advocating for trans rights, concluding their set with a mosh pit involving the audience.
The Hungarian state is taking over the research center founded by Nobel laureate Ferenc Krausz, which had previously received significant public funding. The move transfers control of the institution to state ownership.
According to János Bóka, Fidesz aims to rectify an illegitimate situation concerning András Baka, though the Tisza Party's two-thirds majority makes this a theoretical problem for now.
The Fidesz mayor of Budapest's District V is expressing disapproval over the potential transfer of asset management for several public spaces to the city of Budapest, arguing that the district government can utilize the revenues more effectively and fairly.
Hungary's Mi Hazánk (Our Homeland) party has identified a metric where they significantly outperform both the Tisza Party and Fidesz, though the overall significance of this data point is questioned.
Zsolt V. Németh, the Orbán government's state secretary for water management, has contradicted Prime Minister Orbán's previous statements by admitting that the former administration did not adequately prepare Hungary for severe droughts. This marks the second former Fidesz leader to acknowledge the country's insufficient readiness for current climate challenges.
András Baka, a former Supreme Court judge previously dismissed by Viktor Orbán, has been nominated as a candidate for the Hungarian presidency. This unexpected nomination of an Orbán critic by the ruling party has sparked discussions about his potential role and challenges.
A Hungarian state secretary is facing accusations from Fidesz members for taking a vacation during a crisis, prompting a defense from a minister who stated the leave was planned but postponed due to heat and water shortages.
Employees of a Hungarian news agency have collected ten years of evidence detailing alleged political influence and censorship on reporting under Viktor Orbán's government, claims which the former ruling party Fidesz denies.
A Hungarian article by Dobszay János discusses the responsibility for the Paks crisis situation over the past 16 years and potential solutions, also noting the desire among Fidesz voters for an alternative Fidesz.
Hungarian politician Bernadett Széll criticized the Fidesz government for repeatedly hindering preparations for climate change, while Fidesz now blames the current government for unpreparedness.
Magyar Péter held a meeting with Baka András, the former president of the Supreme Court who was previously removed from his position by Fidesz. Both parties indicated that they had much to discuss during their meeting.
A Medián poll indicates that a third of Fidesz supporters would be willing to vote for a civil offer breaking away from the party, suggesting the Tisza Party should not delay new election law reforms.
Bertalan Havasi, the communications director for Hungary's Fidesz party, has responded to a document released by MTVA, asserting that the public media should not be feared from him. This reaction follows MTVA's publication of letters and messages detailing alleged interference in public media operations during the previous government's tenure.
Viktor Orban's international appeal is diminishing as the new government withdraws funding from the MCC education institute, which previously served as a bridge between his Fidesz party and Trump's Maga movement.
Hungarian historian Mária Schmidt has controversially suggested that widespread broadband internet access played a role in the Fidesz party's defeat in the recent elections.
Hungary's ruling Fidesz party has declared Ágnes Forsthoffer an illegitimate occupant of the Sándor Palace. They view her as an illegal resident of the presidential residence.
A prominent psychedelic trance music festival in Hungary, Ozora, was prematurely cut short after two attendees died. Organizers canceled remaining concerts following the fatalities at the event.
Beneficiaries of Hungarian Minister Hankó Balázs, who distributed billions to organizations that aided Fidesz's campaign, have repaid over 3.3 billion forints in public funds.
Hungarian Fidesz MP Gyula Budai has faced scrutiny for spending 273 million forints of public money on travels to 57 countries, despite reportedly having only basic English language skills. The expenditures have raised questions about the use of public funds for VIP travel.
It is anticipated that 10-15 percent of the Fidesz parliamentary group could be replaced by the end of the year, with new members primarily coming from economic and energy sectors, which Fidesz believes will be crucial in the coming years.
A Hungarian columnist, Tóta W. Árpád, writes about feeling sympathy for the Fidesz party, suggesting their perceived vulnerability might garner some support, but warns against the fading of public anger over their alleged wrongdoings.
Fidesz and Mi Hazánk did not participate in the committee meeting concerning the leaders of the asset recovery office, citing political reasons, which led to the postponement of the decision.
A Hungarian foundation with ties to the KDNP party is accused of using public funds, intended for church newspapers and objective information, to print Fidesz propaganda instead. This alleged misuse of funds raises questions about the foundation's ethical values and financial practices.
A local government representative in Pécs, who ran under the Fidesz-KDNP banner, will continue as an independent, citing 'differing conclusions' drawn by the party and himself from the April defeat.
Servers connected to former Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's Fidesz party were searched as part of a corruption investigation. Orban has accused the authorities of politically motivated persecution, while legal analysts maintain the investigation is lawful.
Despite a decline in Péter Magyar's popularity, his TISZA Party continues to lead by a landslide, though FIDESZ has narrowed its deficit, according to the latest Publicus Institute survey in Hungary.
The Fidesz government in Hungary spent a record 22.2 billion forints of public money on its final communication campaign, known as the "National Petition." This expenditure has drawn significant attention and criticism.
Political analyst Török Gábor suggests that Fidesz's current situation is in many ways worse than that of MSZP in 2010, noting that the 'honeymoon' period for the Tisza government will not end until a potential challenger emerges.
The Bács-Kiskun County Prosecutor's Office has confirmed the seizure of servers from the Fidesz faction in Hungary. This action was reportedly carried out in a room where the Fidesz faction's servers were stored.
A Politico reporter observed that the alliance between the 'Make America Great Again' movement and the Hungarian far-right, once sheltered by MCC, appears to be in retreat, raising questions about its survival after a Fidesz defeat.
Two Hungarian billionaires close to the ruling Fidesz party were competing for a 1,700 billion forint (€4.4 billion) concession to build expressways in Vas County, with the proposed cost per kilometer being nearly double the regional average.
The sharp debate surrounding the replacement of Constitutional Court judge Csaba Hende continued over the weekend between the Tisza and Fidesz parties. Parliament is set to elect a new judge on Monday, a process Fidesz is not assisting.
Various political and economic topics are being discussed across Europe, including potential full-scale conflict with Iran, calls for resistance from Hungarian leaders, and debates on EU regulations for online marketplaces and Ukraine's accession.
János Bóka, a Fidesz faction leader, stated at Tusványos that he believes Hungarian people will be no dumber in 2030 than they were in 2026, sharing the stage with figures like András Schiffer and Gergely Huth.
A Győr mayor is accused of employing a Fidesz influencer, István Szakács, by the municipal government, who allegedly also received a municipal rental apartment with an active contract.
Hungary's ruling Fidesz party is experiencing a deep crisis, with a growing number of people losing faith in Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's political recovery. Analysts suggest the situation resembles dynamics seen in organized crime.
Hungary's ruling Fidesz party has accused Magyar Péter of no longer hiding that he has taken over the direction of the investigative authorities and the prosecutor's office, following his post about Balázs Hankó's responsibility.
Fidesz has decided not to run in five upcoming by-elections, including in Békéscsaba and Makó, a surprising move given their previous participation in all districts in the June 2024 elections, with the party stating it will focus on renewal instead.
Mandate limitations have not only sealed the fate of Fidesz politicians but also impacted the party's network built over two decades, potentially leading economic actors to disengage.
Fifty Fidesz-KDNP MPs have submitted a motion to the Constitutional Court, requesting a post-hoc review of the constitutional amendment related to the removal of the President of the Republic.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán reacted strongly to a prosecutor's raid on a Fidesz data center, declaring that 'the era of tyranny has begun again in Hungary' and calling the new political system illegitimate.
An opinion piece from 'Vidéki prókátor' criticizes the current governing party, Fidesz, arguing for the principles of liberal democracy and cultured political dialogue, and suggesting an apology would be appropriate.
Kristóf Szatmáry, a Fidesz board member, revealed that a grim future scenario was discussed at a recent party meeting, where leadership fears two-thirds of its members could be led away, with a 100-person list targeted by the opposition.
Despite rumors and warnings, Viktor Orbán's position as party leader is not in jeopardy due to mandate limitations, as an former Fidesz state secretary's recent post misquoted party law.
Political analyst Török Gábor suggests that the future opposition to Hungary's Tisza Party may emerge from within the party itself, while also stating that Fidesz is beyond saving.
Hungarian prosecutors have entered the offices of the opposition Fidesz party, seizing servers and communication systems as part of an investigation into the alleged spending of approximately 44.5 million euros.
The Fidesz faction in Óbuda has dissolved after two representatives left the party, who will now continue as independents, with Óbuda Fidesz stating that the renewal of the civic side has begun.
Csaba Latorcai, Vice-President of the KDNP, stated at Tusványos that a significant portion of Christian voters turned away from them in the 2024 EP elections, favoring the Tisza Party, a trend that Fidesz reportedly ignored.
A staff member of the Fidesz parliamentary faction was reportedly taken from their home in connection with the NKA scandal, with Fidesz claiming the proceedings are politically motivated.
Reports indicate that Viktor Orbán's formal and informal influence within his Fidesz party is at an all-time low, with a noticeable lack of applicants for open positions.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán held a press conference, stating that the new political system is illegitimate and discussing leadership changes within Fidesz, including János Bóka replacing Gergely Gulyás.
Criminal proceedings have resumed against former Fidesz Member of Parliament Miklós Simon, following the termination of his parliamentary mandate and immunity.
According to a party statement, Fidesz claims that Hungary is no longer a democratic rule of law since the constitutional amendment and declares resistance.