Politics

The EU will consider suspending Hungary’s voting rights under Article 7 on May 27 over threats to the rule of law and fundamental European values.

MEPs urge the EU to halt funding to Hungary, citing democratic backsliding, restrictions on freedoms, and violations of European values.

Russia declares readiness for a prolonged war against Ukraine, using it as a tool to psychologically pressure Kyiv and Western allies into concessions.

Finnish President says Trump is losing patience with Russia over its delay in ending the war in Ukraine; US preparing new sanctions targeting Russian energy trade.

Russia demanded Ukrainian troop withdrawal and threatened to seize new regions during Istanbul talks, according to a source cited by The Economist’s Oliver Carroll.

Trump may lift Syria sanctions in exchange for access to resources and permission to build Trump Tower in Damascus. Joining the Abraham Accords is also discussed.

Orbán accuses Ukrainian intelligence of trying to sabotage a public poll on Ukraine’s EU accession. Diplomatic tensions between Kyiv and Budapest escalate.

Donald Trump’s return to the public sphere alarms Democrats and threatens Joe Biden’s electoral support ahead of the 2024 presidential election.

Hungary has postponed EU-related talks with Ukraine on national minority rights, previously set for May 12 in Uzhhorod, amid heightened diplomatic tensions.

AUR leader George Simion, the winner of the first round of Romania’s presidential election, demands compensation from Ukraine for Romania’s military support.