Hungary

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Hungary is a landlocked country in Central Europe. Spanning 93,030 square kilometres (35,920 sq mi) of the Carpathian Basin, it is bordered by Slovakia to the north, Ukraine to the northeast, Romania to the east and southeast, Serbia to the south, Croatia and Slovenia to the southwest, and Austria to the west. Hungary has a population of 9.6 million, mostly ethnic Hungarians and a significant Romani minority. Hungarian is the official language, and Budapest is the country's capital and largest city.

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China president vists France, Serbia and Hungary: What is at stake? Chinese president Xi Jinping kicked off a Europe trip on Sunday. Amid a time of global tensions, what issues will be on the table? Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:25Published 1 day ago

Orbán challenger in Hungary mobilises thousands at demonstration Péter Magyar has promised to bring an end to governmental corruption and a declining quality of life in the Central European country. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:05Published 1 day ago

Thousands rally in Slovakia to protestoverhaul of public broadcasting Critics worry Slovakia under Fico will abandon its pro-Western course and follow the direction of Hungary under populist Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:54Published 4 days ago

European Union marks 20 years since 'Big Bang' enlargement One senior analyst said the bloc has prospered overall, but there have been ''bumps on the road, otherwise known as Poland and Hungary and possibly Slovakia''. He warned of the possibility several.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 03:05Published 1 week ago

Father of anti-Nazi activist Ilaria Salis: 'My daugther wants a fair trial' Ilaria Sali was detained in Hungary on charges of having assaulted neo-Nazi extremists. Now she is running in the European elections. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:32Published 2 weeks ago

Hungarian government targets former Fidesz ally in elections campaign Following his divorce with Fidesz' former justice minister, Péter Magyar emerged as a key opposition figure of Viktor Orban's government. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:57Published 2 weeks ago

Official election campaign underway in Hungary The campaign season in Hungary began on Saturday, allowing candidates to begin collecting voters. Both municipal and European Parliament elections are set to take place on June 9th concurrently, a.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:33Published 2 weeks ago

Ilaria Salis nominated candidate in EU elections in bid for immunity The 39-year-old anti-fascist activist Ilaria Salis has been held in prison in Hungary since her arrest last year. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:37Published 3 weeks ago

Why is Hungary switching from gas to geothermal energy? The Hungarian city of Szeged is partially reliant on Russian gas despite a recent shift to geothermal energy solutions. Nevertheless, the transition is ongoing, Tamas Medgyes from the District Heating.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:39Published 3 weeks ago

Hungary boasts the EU's largest geothermal system Hungary is harnessing the power of geothermal energy - it offers numerous advantages as a sustainable energy source and reduces the demand for fossil fuels. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 03:00Published 3 weeks ago

Dogs understand when you talk to them - study According to researchers in Hungary, dogs understand when they are spoken to and, like humans, are capable of associating a word with an object. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:27Published on March 29, 2024

Hungary's Orbán rails against the EU and 'the Western world' in speech on national holiday Orban's speech comes as former Fidesz member, Péter Magyar, announced his intentions to form a political party to challenge the ruling government and promote dialogue with EU. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:10Published on March 16, 2024

European Parliament sues Commission over the release of €10.2 billion in frozen funds to Hungary The European Parliament has made good on its threat and will file a lawsuit against the European Commission over the release of €10.2 billion in frozen funds to Hungary. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:51Published on March 14, 2024

MEPs gear up to sue European Commission over release of €10.2 billion for Hungary The European Parliament has moved forward with its plan to launch a lawsuit against the European Commission for the release of €10.2 billion in cohesion funds for Hungary, which had been blocked over.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:48Published on March 12, 2024

Hungary inaugurates new head of state Tamas Sulyok has been inaugurated as Hungary's new president after his predecessor stepped down following a child abuse scandal. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:35Published on March 11, 2024

Hungarian PM Viktor Orban Meets Donald Trump at Mar-A-Lago, Seeks His White House Return\| Oneindia Former President Donald Trump met Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán at Mar-a-Lago, followed by a tribute band concert. Described as a "social" and "friendly" meeting, Orbán sought discussions on.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 02:03Published on March 9, 2024

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Four die after rally car crashes into spectators Four people have died after a rally car veered off the road and crashed into a group of spectators in Hungary. Sky News - Published on March 24, 2024

Alcaraz marches on in Indian Wells title defence Carlos Alcaraz continues his title defence with a straight-set win against Hungary's Fabian Marozsan to reach the last eight at Indian Wells. BBC Sport - Published on March 13, 2024
Hungary approves Sweden's bid to join NATO after months of delays Hungary's parliament has voted to ratify Sweden's bid to join NATO, clearing the way for the Nordic country to finally join the organisation almost two years after applying. Sky News - Published on February 26, 2024
Father of Italian chained in Hungary court says it's inhumane and warns of 'disaster' The father of an Italian woman who appeared in chains in a Hungarian court has said no one deserves to be treated like she has and that "it's a disaster" if her case becomes political. Sky News - Published on February 22, 2024

'In the realm of Puskas' - the rise of Liverpool's Hungarian hero Dominik Szoboszlai is becoming a fan favourite for Liverpool and Hungary - BBC Sport charts the rise of the talented midfielder. BBC Sport - Published on December 6, 2023
'Evenly-balanced' Euros group gives Scotland hope Scotland have an "evenly-balanced" Euro 2024 group after being drawn with hosts Germany in the opening game, as well as Hungary and Switzerland, says head coach Steve Clarke. BBC Sport - Published on December 2, 2023
India votes against Israeli settlements in occupied territory India has voted in favor of a resolution in the UN General Assembly condemning Israeli settlement activities in Occupied Palestinian Territory. The resolution, which was approved by a majority of 145.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 13, 2023
Watch: Maxwell rescues draw for NI against Hungary A fine strike from Danielle Maxwell rescues a point for Northern Ireland against Hungary in their Women's Nations League Group B1 fixture at Seaview. BBC Sport - Published on October 31, 2023

Updates as Republic of Ireland face Albania before Northern Ireland v Hungary Live text updates as Republic of Ireland face Albania followed by Northern Ireland against Hungary in the Women's Nations League qualifiers, live on BBC iPlayer and BBC Sport website. BBC Sport - Published on October 30, 2023
Northern Ireland suffer last-gasp loss to Hungary Hanna Nemeth scores a last-minute winner as Hungary defeat Northern Ireland 3-2 in the Women's Nations League in Gyor. BBC Sport - Published on October 27, 2023
Watch: Hungary v Northern Ireland, plus Republic updates Live video and text commentary as Northern Ireland travel to Hungary and the Republic of Ireland host Albania in the Women's Nations League qualifiers. BBC Sport - Published on October 27, 2023	'Who cares about second place?' - Szoboszlai Liverpool midfielder and Hungary captain Dominik Szoboszlai tells Kelly Somers about his formative years being coached by his dad and of his ambitions for the Reds this season. BBC Sport - Published on October 27, 2023
Oxtoby wants progression and results against Hungary Northern Ireland manager Tanya Oxtoby says she wants to see progression from her team against Hungary but football is a "results-based business". BBC Sport - Published on October 26, 2023	Burrows added to NI squad for Nations League games Cliftonville defender Kelsie Burrows is named in the Northern Ireland squad for their upcoming Nations League double-header against Hungary. BBC Sport - Published on October 20, 2023
Hawkins first woman to test F1 car in five years Briton Jessica Hawkins says she "had to keep it secret for months" before testing Aston Martin's AMR21 in Hungary. BBC Sport - Published on September 26, 2023	Watch: Northern Ireland v Albania; follow Hungary v Republic of Ireland Live video coverage and text updates of the Uefa Women's Nations League game between Northern Ireland and Albania, plus updates from Hungary against the Republic of Ireland. BBC Sport - Published on September 25, 2023
Impressive Hughes through to 200m semi-finals Great Britain's Zharnel Hughes wins his men's 200m heat in 19.99 seconds to progress to the semi-finals at the 2023 World Athletics Championships in Budapest, Hungary. BBC Sport - Published on August 23, 2023	GB's Asher-Smith, Neita and Williams into 200m semis Great Britain's Dina Asher-Smith, Daryll Neita and Bianca Williams qualify for the women's 200m semi-finals at the 2023 World Athletics Championships in Budapest, Hungary. BBC Sport - Published on August 23, 2023
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Perez crashes on first lap of practice in Hungary Red Bull's Sergio Perez crashes on his very first lap of practice at the Hungarian Grand Prix. BBC Sport - Published on July 21, 2023	Toth 'extremely sorry' for behaviour towards Zhang Hungarian player Amarissa Toth is "extremely sorry" for her behaviour towards China's Zhang Shuai at the Budapest Open. BBC Sport - Published on July 21, 2023
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Vas wins sprint to claim eighth stage at Giro Hungary's Blanka Vas wins a sprint finish to claim victory on stage eight of the Giro d'Italia Donne as Annemiek van Vleuten retains the overall lead. BBC Sport - Published on July 8, 2023	Liverpool sign Szoboszlai for £60m from RB Leipzig Liverpool sign RB Leipzig midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai for 70m euros (£60.1m), making the Hungary international their second major summer acquisition. BBC Sport - Published on July 2, 2023
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Hungary leader Viktor Orban's adviser quits over 'pure Nazi' speech about migration A speech by Hungary's prime minister on migration has been described as unacceptable even by the standards of "the most bloodthirsty racist" by one of his advisers. Sky News - Published on July 27, 2022	Hungary PM criticises 'mixing' of Europeans and non-Europeans Hungary's far-right prime minister has caused outrage by criticising the "mixing" of European and non-European people. Sky News - Published on July 25, 2022