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Hungary’s Péter Magyar is set to be sworn in as prime minister, ending Viktor Orbán’s 16-year rule

Hungary’s Péter Magyar is set to be sworn in as prime minister, ending Viktor Orbán’s 16-year rule

Hungary's incoming prime minister, Péter Magyar, has arrived at the parliament building to be sworn into office, ending Viktor Orbán's autocratic 16-year rule

Hungary's incoming prime minister plans a 'regime-change celebration' to mark Orbán's departure

Hungary's incoming prime minister plans a 'regime-change celebration' to mark Orbán's departure

Péter Magyar takes office as Hungary's prime minister on Saturday, ending Viktor Orbán's 16-year rule

Hungary's Incoming Prime Minister Plans Celebration to Mark Orbán's Departure

Hungary's Incoming Prime Minister Plans Celebration to Mark Orbán's Departure

Hungary's incoming prime minister, Péter Magyar, is set to take office, marking the end of Viktor Orbán's 16-year rule. Magyar's center-right Tisza party won a landslide victory, allowing them to reverse many of Orbán's policies. Magyar has called for a 'regime-change celebration' to coincide with his inauguration, inviting Hungarians to celebrate the end of Orbán's era. His priorities include tackling corruption and unlocking frozen EU funds to boost Hungary's economy. Magyar also aims to restore Hungary's ties with the EU and Western democracies, which were strained under Orbán's leadership.

Hungary Returns Seized Ukrainian Assets Amid Improved Relations

Hungary Returns Seized Ukrainian Assets Amid Improved Relations

Hungary has returned millions in cash and gold to Ukraine, which were seized from a Ukrainian state bank convoy earlier this year. This development marks a significant improvement in relations between the two countries following the electoral defeat of former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. The assets were initially confiscated by Hungarian authorities in Budapest while being transported between Austria and Ukraine on behalf of Oschadbank. The incident led to a diplomatic dispute, with Ukraine accusing Hungary of 'state terrorism and racketeering.' However, since the election of Péter Magyar as Hungary's new prime minister, efforts have been made to mend ties with Ukraine and the European Union. The return of the assets is seen as a step towards resolving past tensions.

Polish Foreign Minister Signals Possible Reconciliation with Slovakia Over Ukraine Support

Polish Foreign Minister Signals Possible Reconciliation with Slovakia Over Ukraine Support

Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski expressed a willingness to improve relations with Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico if Slovakia ceases to block European Union support for Ukraine. This statement was made during the Defense24 Days conference in Warsaw. Sikorski's comments come after Fico's recent positive remarks about Ukraine, despite his plans to attend Russia's Victory Day celebrations, which have been opposed by other EU members. The relationship between Slovakia and Ukraine has been strained, particularly after the Druzhba oil pipeline incident, which was damaged in a Russian attack. Despite these tensions, Fico has reiterated his support for Ukraine's EU membership and emphasized the importance of including Kyiv in any peace negotiations with Russia.

Moscow marks Victory Day with a scaled down Red Square parade under tight security

Moscow marks Victory Day with a scaled down Red Square parade under tight security

Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed confidence in victory in Ukraine

Moscow marks Victory Day with a Red Square parade under tight security

Moscow marks Victory Day with a Red Square parade under tight security

Russian President Vladimir Putin is overseeing a military parade commemorating the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II on Red Square

Grain Dispute Strains Ukraine-Israel Relations Amid Shared Adversaries

Grain Dispute Strains Ukraine-Israel Relations Amid Shared Adversaries

A grain dispute has further strained relations between Ukraine and Israel, two countries that are both close partners of the United States and engaged in conflicts with Russia and Iran, respectively. Ukraine has accused Israel of purchasing grain harvested by Russia in occupied Ukrainian territories, a claim that Israeli officials have rebuked, citing a lack of evidence. The European Union has sided with Ukraine, suggesting potential sanctions against Israeli entities involved in circumventing international sanctions. This dispute highlights the complex dynamics between the two nations, which have historically had a chilly relationship.

Georgia hands down long sentences to election-day protest organisers

Georgia hands down long sentences to election-day protest organisers

By Lucy Papachristou May 7 (Reuters) - Georgia sentenced ten people, including a prominent opera singer, to lengthy prison sentences on Thursday after finding them guilty of attempting to overthrow the government and organising violence at large rallies during municipal elections last year, in a

Magyar sworn in as Hungary's prime minister on promises of change

Magyar sworn in as Hungary's prime minister on promises of change

By Gergely Szakacs BUDAPEST, May 9 (Reuters) - Centre-right leader Peter Magyar was sworn in as Hungary's prime minister on Saturday, propelled into office on promises of change after years of economic stagnation and strained ties with key allies under his predecessor Viktor Orban.

Hungary returns a seized cash and gold shipment worth $82 million to Ukraine

Hungary returns a seized cash and gold shipment worth $82 million to Ukraine

Hungary has returned a shipment of Ukrainian cash and gold worth $82 million to Ukraine's state Oschadbank

Hungary Returns Seized $82 Million Cash and Gold Shipment to Ukraine

Hungary Returns Seized $82 Million Cash and Gold Shipment to Ukraine

Hungary has returned a shipment of cash and gold valued at approximately $82 million to Ukraine's state Oschadbank. The valuables were seized in March by Hungarian authorities, who suspected money laundering. The seizure had caused diplomatic tensions between Hungary and Ukraine, with accusations of political motivations linked to Hungary's pro-Russian stance. The return of the assets follows a change in Hungary's government, which has signaled a potential shift towards more cooperative relations with Ukraine.