The Hungarian leader also has vehemently opposed Ukraine's ambitions to join the 27-nation EU and has argued for an immediate ceasefire in the conflict, though he hasn't addressed what that might imply for Ukraine’s territorial integrity or European security amid continuing Russian aggression.

With elections due in April, the rival rallies were a standoff between Viktor Orbán and Péter Magyar, his main political challenger who looks set to present the long-serving Hungarian leader with the most competitive ballot in his 15 years in power.

Tens of thousands of people marched in Budapest on October 23 in rival political rallies to mark the anniversary of the 1956 revolt against the communist government that was violently put down by Soviet troops.

Magyar Nemzet - Szellemi honvédelem 1938 óta. Friss hírek hazai, külföldi, sport, kultúra és gazdasági témakörökben. Véleménycikkek és történelmi visszatekintések.

Debra Smith is a travel writer based in Calgary. She visited Budapest via river cruise and shares her top tips for making the most of Budapest's historic sites, thermal baths and stunning architecture. Plan Ahead: Arrive early in the morning or later in ...

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said Budapest wasn’t the best place for talks to end the war in his country but he told reporters in Kyiv today that he will attend if invited. He cited Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s Russia-friendly stance as a difficulty.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) is teasing a series of votes punishing Russia for the war in Ukraine, calling legislation that cleared a key Senate panel this week part of a “toolbox” of options meant to bring Russian President Vladimir Putin to the negotiating table.

Budapest's iconic medicinal waters attract hundreds of people. Avoid the popular, overcrowded Turkish baths for a few hidden gems recommended by an expert.