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.
NATO Member Turkey Applies for BRICS Membership

NATO Member Turkey Applies for BRICS Membership

Disillusioned by empty promises of EU integration, Turkey bets on the China-Russia-led economic bloc instead.

September 3, 2024
Gender Parity Pressure Continues After Deadline for EU Commission Nominations Pass

Gender Parity Pressure Continues After Deadline for EU Commission Nominations Pass

One country caved, but von der Leyen is still trying to get five others to change their picks to women.

September 3, 2024
German Podcasters Might Face Prison or €250,000 Fine for Misgendering Trans Activist

German Podcasters Might Face Prison or €250,000 Fine for Misgendering Trans Activist

“How should a society function in which biological realities and legal fictions come into such blatant contradiction?” one of the hosts asked.

September 2, 2024
Leaked Report Outlines Major Overhaul of EU Defense Investment Rules

Leaked Report Outlines Major Overhaul of EU Defense Investment Rules

The document written by former Italian PM Mario Draghi sketches out plan to build Europe’s own defense industrial complex.

September 2, 2024
Socialists Whine About Not Having More Commissioners

Socialists Whine About Not Having More Commissioners

S&D hypocrites want greater representation while working to exclude the Patriots from all positions of authority.

August 29, 2024
Power Grab Fears as EU Parliament Chief Calls for ‘Reforms’ Before Enlargement

Power Grab Fears as EU Parliament Chief Calls for ‘Reforms’ Before Enlargement

Roberta Metsola said the bloc requires ‘structural change,’ which critics say is code for giving Brussels more power.

August 29, 2024
Free Speech Advocate Telegram Founder Released on €5M Bail

Free Speech Advocate Telegram Founder Released on €5M Bail

The billionaire has been indicted on six charges and is forbidden to leave France.

August 29, 2024
Zelensky Pushes Peace Talks With Russia on Ukraine’s Terms

Zelensky Pushes Peace Talks With Russia on Ukraine’s Terms

The Ukrainian president wants to discuss the plan with Biden, Harris, and Trump.

August 28, 2024
EU Commission Chief Pressures Countries To Drop Male Nominees for Top Jobs

EU Commission Chief Pressures Countries To Drop Male Nominees for Top Jobs

Ursula von der Leyen wants a gender-balanced cabinet even at the expense of sovereignty and democracy.

August 28, 2024
Zelensky Calls for Western Air Forces To Intervene in Ukraine

Zelensky Calls for Western Air Forces To Intervene in Ukraine

“America, Britain, France, and other partners have the power to help us stop terrorism”—but if heeded these pleas from the president could escalate the conflict.

August 27, 2024
Wilders Proposal: Designate Syria as “Safe,” Then Ramp Up Deportations

Wilders Proposal: Designate Syria as “Safe,” Then Ramp Up Deportations

If adopted, the measure would let the Netherlands follow in the footsteps of others, including Sweden, Denmark, and Germany.

August 27, 2024
Scholz Calls for EU “Task Force” Against Migration After Deadly Terror Attack

Scholz Calls for EU “Task Force” Against Migration After Deadly Terror Attack

“Some things will have to be changed in EU law,” the German chancellor claimed.

August 27, 2024