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DHS Removes Restrictions on Hungary’s Designation in the Visa Waiver Program

Restoring full Visa Waiver Program status appropriate after Hungary took steps to improve its security measures WASHINGTON – Today, Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem has announced that Hungary will have its status in the...

Hungary Secures Record Russian Gas Imports via TurkStream

(MENAFN) Hungary has imported an unprecedented 5 billion cubic meters of Russian gas through the TurkStream pipeline this year, according to Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto. This pipeline, which directly connects Russian gas supplies to Türkiye...

Budapest Treaty Anchors World’s First Self-Licensing DNA: Expression Becomes Enforceable IP

WILMINGTON, Del., Sept. 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Neon Parody Labs today introduced GENOMIRATHEON™, a codon-native DNA licensing system that links gene expression directly to licensing, validator telemetry, and programmable universal basic...

EU Holds Off New Sanctions Targeting Russia

(MENAFN) The European Union has postponed unveiling its new sanctions package targeting Russia, with the delay attributed to mounting pressure from the Trump administration for tougher measures, Politico reported on Tuesday, citing multiple EU...

Hungarian FM accuses EU of “hypocrisy” because of Russian oil

(MENAFN) Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto has criticized the European Union for what he called “hypocrisy” regarding Russian oil, arguing that while some member states publicly denounce Hungary for importing it, they continue to purchase...

Hungary Inflation Remains Unchanged in August

(MENAFN) Hungary's inflation rate remained steady in August, with consumer prices climbing 4.3% year-on-year, matching July’s pace, according to data released Tuesday by the Central Statistical Office (KSH). Food costs posted a 5.9% increase...

Hungarian Foreign Minister Accuses EU of Hypocrisy

(MENAFN) Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto has leveled accusations of “hypocrisy” against the European Union concerning Russian oil. He pointed out that while many EU members openly criticize Hungary for importing Russian crude, these...

Ukrainian FM holds discussions with Hungarian counterpart

(MENAFN) Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha announced on Tuesday that he had spoken with Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto regarding Russia’s attacks, bilateral ties, and Kyiv’s progress toward joining the European Union. “During...

Israel Blocks Entry of Two Spanish Ministers Over Gaza Sanctions

(MENAFN) Israel on Monday condemned the Spanish government as “anti-Semitic” and blocked entry to two Spanish ministers after Madrid unveiled nine sanctions aimed at pressuring Israel to end its nearly two-year Gaza offensive. Spanish Prime...

Global Times: Multiple international guests hail V-Day parade as media outlets note message sent via event

Beijing, China, Sept. 08, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The world's attention has been focused on Beijing as China held a massive military parade in central Beijing on Wednesday to mark the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of...

EU Mulls Complete Prohibition on Russian Tourists

(MENAFN) The European Commission is weighing a comprehensive prohibition on Russian visitors entering the European Union as part of its 19th wave of sanctions directed at Moscow over the continuing conflict in Ukraine. If endorsed, this step would...

Hungarian FM states EU seeks long-term war in Russia’s, Ukraine war

(MENAFN) Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto has accused the European Union of gearing up for an extended conflict rather than pursuing peace in the Russia-Ukraine war. Szijjarto stated on X that the European Commission has effectively...

Hungary takes legal action against EU for sending Russia’s assets to Ukraine

(MENAFN) Hungary has filed a legal procedure against the European Union’s decision to direct frozen Russian assets toward military assistance for Ukraine, a measure that was implemented despite Budapest’s opposition. After the outbreak of the...

Hungary Imposes Travel Ban on Ukrainian Commander Over Pipeline Assaults

(MENAFN) Hungary has imposed a travel ban on Robert Brovdy, commander of a Ukrainian military unit, blocking his entry into Hungary and the entire Schengen Area due to concerns over national security linked to recent assaults on the Druzhba oil...

Beyond Oil Announces Exclusive Distribution Agreements in Four European Countries with Pilpel Hungary Kft.

VANCOUVER, British Columbia and BUDAPEST, Hungary, Sept. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pilpel Hungary Kft. (“Pilpel”), a leading European culinary and food distribution company based in Hungary, and Beyond Oil Ltd. (CSE: BOIL) (OTCQB: BEOLF)...

Budapest Says Ukraine Unworthy of EU Membership

(MENAFN) Hungary’s leaders have sharply criticized Ukraine for jeopardizing the country’s energy security, accusing Kiev of using threats, bombings, and extortion to pressure Hungary into supporting its EU ambitions. Prime Minister Viktor Orban...

Hungary insist Ukraine cannot have European Union membership

(MENAFN) Hungarian leaders have insisted that Ukraine cannot secure European Union membership through coercion, threats, or military actions, criticizing Kiev for endangering regional energy supplies. This month, Ukrainian forces reportedly...

Hungary says to Zelensky ‘don’t threaten us’

(MENAFN) Hungary has warned Ukraine to stop jeopardizing its Russian energy supplies after repeated attacks on a key oil pipeline. Ukrainian strikes on the Druzhba (“Friendship”) pipeline — a major Soviet-era route delivering crude to Central...

Hungary claims Ukraine launching new assault on main pipeline to EU

(MENAFN) Russian oil deliveries to Hungary have been suspended after Ukraine launched its third attack this month on the Druzhba pipeline, Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto reported on Friday. The strike was also confirmed by Slovak...

Hungary Offers Hosting Russia, Ukraine Peace Talks

(MENAFN) Hungary has reiterated its willingness to host peace talks between Russia and Ukraine at any given moment, according to Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto. On Thursday, Szijjarto emphasized that the Hungarian government remains ready to...