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.
EU Citizenship: Parliament Calls for ‘Mobile Citizens’ Voting Rights

EU Citizenship: Parliament Calls for ‘Mobile Citizens’ Voting Rights

The adopted report is a “perfect example” of how the EU mainstream tries to take over member states’ competencies and transfer more power to Brussels, MEP Saryusz-Wolski (ECR) explained.

January 18, 2024
Ukraine Funds: EU Considers “Emergency Brake” to Defeat Demand for Yearly Review

Ukraine Funds: EU Considers “Emergency Brake” to Defeat Demand for Yearly Review

Brussels claims the temporary pauses will address concerns over how Ukraine funding is spent, but the real goal is to avoid vetoes from sovereigntist member states.

January 17, 2024
European Parliament Threatens To Sue Commission for Releasing Hungarian Funds

European Parliament Threatens To Sue Commission for Releasing Hungarian Funds

Europe has replaced democracy with hypocrisy when it comes to Hungary, says former justice minister.

January 16, 2024
Leaked German Defense Document Sketches out Russian War Scenario

Leaked German Defense Document Sketches out Russian War Scenario

Berlin’s secret wargame exercise ends with NATO mobilizing 300,000 troops to defend its eastern flank by next May.

January 15, 2024
“Witch Hunt:” MEPs Threaten To Strip Hungary of Voting Rights

“Witch Hunt:” MEPs Threaten To Strip Hungary of Voting Rights

Hungary’s former Justice Minister Judit Varga: “Europe replaced democracy with hypocrisy.”

January 15, 2024
Danish Right Shaken Up by Populist Party’s Surprise Dissolution

Danish Right Shaken Up by Populist Party’s Surprise Dissolution

‘New Right’ party leader says the Right must consolidate if it wants to challenge the ruling Left.

January 15, 2024
European Council Reaches Partial Agreement on Ukraine Funds

European Council Reaches Partial Agreement on Ukraine Funds

There’s no sign of Hungary’s proposed annual reviews in the adopted document, but the country could receive other advantages related to the frozen funds.

January 11, 2024
Cyprus Pushing EU for More Migrant Deportations to Syria

Cyprus Pushing EU for More Migrant Deportations to Syria

The country wants the EU to declare parts of Syria ‘safe.’

January 10, 2024
EU Army: Commission Floats €100 Billion Defense Fund

EU Army: Commission Floats €100 Billion Defense Fund

Brussels is trying to scare member states into funding the project by flashing the Trump card.

January 10, 2024
EU Ombudsman Probes ‘Conflict of Interest’ on Child Sexual Exploitation Policy

EU Ombudsman Probes ‘Conflict of Interest’ on Child Sexual Exploitation Policy

Claim: U.S. outfit sells spyware while crafting European child protection policies.

January 10, 2024
MEP Launches Petition to Bar PM Orbán from Assuming Council Presidency

MEP Launches Petition to Bar PM Orbán from Assuming Council Presidency

Colleagues remain skeptical of the plot: “It’s not going to go anywhere … we’ll just have to pinch our noses for a few months.”

January 10, 2024
German Asylum Claims Up 51% Despite Government Promises

German Asylum Claims Up 51% Despite Government Promises

Over 50,000 of those refused asylum were allowed to stay in the country and receive state assistance.

January 9, 2024