The Guardian
Germany's far-right AfD wins big in Saxony-Anhalt, sending chancellors scrambling and European leaders into a frenzy of either celebration or despair - depending on which side of the populist fence they sit.
The Guardian Europe
Fidesz throws a Facebook tantrum after a raid, claiming tyranny, while prosecutors dig into a $54 million culture fund scandal.
BBC World
Hungary's president finally takes the hint and steps down after parliament changes the constitution, while the former PM fumes in the corner.
BBC World
Hungarian prosecutors drop charges against Budapest Mayor Gergely Karacsony for organizing a Pride march, citing an EU court ruling that trashed the country's anti-LGBTQ laws.
The Guardian
Hungary’s new PM charms Brussels into releasing €16.4bn in frozen funds, while Romania dodges Russian drones and Bulgaria picks a fight with the US over visas.
The Guardian
NATO countries get a gentle but pointed reminder that supporting Ukraine costs money, Hungary tries to make Orbán a one-act play, and Greece finds a Ukrainian sea drone in a cave - proving that even in war, littering is still illegal.
The Guardian Europe
BYD's first European EV plant in Hungary faces allegations of seven-day work weeks, recruitment debt, and TB cases - because nothing says 'green future' like debt bondage and a 52-year age limit.
The Guardian
Hungary's 16-year Orbán era ends as Péter Magyar takes office, promising EU rapprochement and undoing illiberalism - while citizens dare to feel hope (and buy party merch).
The Guardian
Hungary's outgoing oligarchs are speed-dialing private jet companies and applying for US visas faster than you can say 'illiberal democracy.'
BBC World
Péter Magyar moves at warp speed to dismantle Orbán's legacy, while the defeated strongman calls for party renewal from a much smaller corner.
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