Monday, April 13, 2026

Defeat of Orban Removes Ukraine’s Biggest Nemesis in Europe

Defeat of Orban Removes Ukraine’s Biggest Nemesis in Europe - The New York Times

The Hungarian leader’s pro-Moscow tilt cemented his reputation in Kyiv as a spoiler. Now, Ukraine hopes a 90 billion euro loan he blocked will be disbursed.

 Orban Loss May Ease Hungary’s Tensions with European Union - The New York Times

Prime Minister Viktor Orban has stymied the European Union for years, and particularly in recent months. Peter Magyar’s election could change that.

Who Is Peter Magyar, the Man Who Toppled Hungary’s Orban - The New York Times

Mr. Magyar’s success in the Hungarian election is fueled in large part by widespread public anger at corruption and concern about sluggish economic growth.