Tamás Orbán is a political journalist for europeanconservative.com, based in Brussels. Born in Transylvania, he studied history and international relations in Kolozsvár, and worked for several political research institutes in Budapest. His interests include current affairs, social movements, geopolitics, and Central European security. On Twitter, he is @TamasOrbanEC.
Slovak Opposition Parties Seek To Dethrone PM Fico Amid Coalition Squabbles

Slovak Opposition Parties Seek To Dethrone PM Fico Amid Coalition Squabbles

Facing a divided government and dwindling majority, Robert Fico’s grip on power is tested as the opposition pushes for a no-confidence vote.

January 15, 2025
Newly Elected ECR President Morawiecki To Make Party “Oasis of Common-Sense Conservatism”

Newly Elected ECR President Morawiecki To Make Party “Oasis of Common-Sense Conservatism”

The EU needs reforms to pull back from the “recent ideological madness,” the Polish former PM said.

January 14, 2025
Macron and Zelensky Discuss Putting EU Boots on the Ground

Macron and Zelensky Discuss Putting EU Boots on the Ground

French and British troops could lead the international peacekeeping force as part of the “practical steps” for ensuring Kyiv’s security ambitions.

January 14, 2025
Here We Go Again: After Nord Stream, Ukraine Accused of Hitting Another Gas Pipeline

Here We Go Again: After Nord Stream, Ukraine Accused of Hitting Another Gas Pipeline

Ukraine is believed to be behind the drone attack on the TurkStream, the last remaining operational gas pipeline connecting the EU to Russia.

January 14, 2025
Trump National Security Advisor Wants Ukraine To Lower Conscription Age

Trump National Security Advisor Wants Ukraine To Lower Conscription Age

With Kyiv reluctant to mobilize younger recruits, Trump’s team insists a stronger Ukrainian frontline is essential ahead of anticipated peace talks.

January 13, 2025
Former Censorship Tsar Admits EU Role in Annulling Romanian Election

Former Censorship Tsar Admits EU Role in Annulling Romanian Election

‘We’ll also have to do it in Germany, if necessary,’ Thierry Breton confessed—as up to 100,000 people took to the streets of Romania.

January 13, 2025
Romania: Date Set for Rerun of Canceled Presidential Election

Romania: Date Set for Rerun of Canceled Presidential Election

Pro-EU parties are competing for the candidacy, likely allowing the united Eurosceptic bloc to repeat last year’s annulled victory.

January 9, 2025
‘Qatargate’ Scandal Deepens: Three New Suspects Charged in EU Corruption Case

‘Qatargate’ Scandal Deepens: Three New Suspects Charged in EU Corruption Case

Bribes and luxury gifts link EU’s second-biggest political group to scandal.

January 9, 2025
Trump’s Greenland Stunt Leaves Brussels Speechless

Trump’s Greenland Stunt Leaves Brussels Speechless

The incoming president got exactly what he wanted: to remind the EU he’s the one calling the shots.

January 9, 2025
Strasbourg Court Sides With Illegal Migrants Against Greece

Strasbourg Court Sides With Illegal Migrants Against Greece

Athens will likely get away with using “systematic” pushbacks, as its ruling party is one of von der Leyen’s key Brussels allies.

January 8, 2025
Slovakia Threatens Ukraine’s EU Accession in Escalating Gas Dispute

Slovakia Threatens Ukraine’s EU Accession in Escalating Gas Dispute

The Slovak ruling party warned that if Zelensky wants to be seen as a partner, “he must act accordingly.”

January 8, 2025
‘Queen Ursula’ Continues To Hold Court from her Sickbed

‘Queen Ursula’ Continues To Hold Court from her Sickbed

The Commission chief would rather pull the plug on events than risk someone else stealing the spotlight—which is exactly what Emmanuel Macron is trying to do.

January 7, 2025