Tamás Orbán

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.
Brussels Readies Its Big Guns Against “Tech Oligarchs” and Free Speech

Brussels Readies Its Big Guns Against “Tech Oligarchs” and Free Speech

The EU elite is doubling down on social media censorship in the wake of Trump’s inauguration by equipping its legal toolbox to remove content around the clock.

January 21, 2025
Spain’s Sánchez Under Fire in Brussels for “Anti-Democratic Drift”

Spain’s Sánchez Under Fire in Brussels for “Anti-Democratic Drift”

The EPP threatening with rule of law procedure against Sánchez is just as anti-democratic as whatever they want to punish.

January 20, 2025
“We are his allies:” Former Czech PM Names Patriots as Trump’s Main Partners in Europe

“We are his allies:” Former Czech PM Names Patriots as Trump’s Main Partners in Europe

In Brussels, the Patriots for Europe group is the one most aligned with the new US administration, even sharing Trump’s pro-peace vision for Ukraine.

January 20, 2025
EU To Bypass National Vetoes To Adopt Next Sanctions Package

EU To Bypass National Vetoes To Adopt Next Sanctions Package

The Polish foreign minister bragged about changing the procedure, thereby sidelining conservative member states that may want to prioritize protecting their citizens over punishing Russia.

January 16, 2025
Romania’s Nationalists Push To Suspend President

Romania’s Nationalists Push To Suspend President

While the mainstream media labels it as an extremist plot, even the pro-EU opposition party is calling Iohannis a usurper.

January 16, 2025
EU Illegal Border Crossings Drop 38% as Meloni’s Policies Reshape Migration Routes

EU Illegal Border Crossings Drop 38% as Meloni’s Policies Reshape Migration Routes

Regional cooperation and Italy’s strict measures are key factors in the decline, but new routes are emerging across Europe.

January 15, 2025
“One-Woman Show:” Von der Leyen Ran EU From Hospital in Secret

“One-Woman Show:” Von der Leyen Ran EU From Hospital in Secret

How can we believe the EU is still a democracy if the Commission president is running things in such an authoritarian way?

January 15, 2025
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