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.
Intel Leak: Romania Plays ‘Key Role’ in the War in Ukraine

Intel Leak: Romania Plays ‘Key Role’ in the War in Ukraine

Bucharest has been training troops, transporting weapons, and flying drones over Ukraine without anyone in the country knowing.

April 16, 2023
Migration: A Key Issue for Greek and Turkish Elections

Migration: A Key Issue for Greek and Turkish Elections

Ever since 2015, migration has been a central issue for most European nations. It is expected to become increasingly debated

April 10, 2023
EU Arms Procurement Plan Stalled Over Contracting Concerns

EU Arms Procurement Plan Stalled Over Contracting Concerns

France and others seek guarantees that the money will stay in the EU, but others are not sure about the capabilities of the European defense industry.

April 9, 2023
Quid Est Veritas?—Interview with <strong>David Lloyd Dusenbury</strong>

Quid Est Veritas?—Interview with David Lloyd Dusenbury

“We really can’t imagine the world without the drama of Jesus and Pilate,” the author said, exploring the ripple effects of history’s most influential trial.

April 7, 2023
Three More Countries Join in LGBT Lawsuit Against Hungary

Three More Countries Join in LGBT Lawsuit Against Hungary

Fourteen member states stand with the Commission in accusing Hungary of discrimination, including France and Germany, joining the lawsuit hours before the deadline.

April 7, 2023
U.S. Announces Another $2.6B in Weapons for Ukraine

U.S. Announces Another $2.6B in Weapons for Ukraine

U.S. commitment to substantial resources “reflects the American interests and values that are at stake,” the Department of Defense said, vowing to send more packages in the future.

April 5, 2023
From Neutrality to NATO: How Finlandization Ends Today

From Neutrality to NATO: How Finlandization Ends Today

Finnish neutrality began as a geopolitical necessity, but can finally be left behind in exchange for a more united future.

April 4, 2023
Despite Warnings, Sweden Joins EU Lawsuit Against Hungary

Despite Warnings, Sweden Joins EU Lawsuit Against Hungary

Sweden can forget about the Hungarian ratification of its NATO-membership, at least for the time being.

April 3, 2023
Bakhmut Center Captured, Wagner Claims

Bakhmut Center Captured, Wagner Claims

Ukraine denies the claims, insisting that the Russians are still “very far” from taking Bakhmut.

April 3, 2023
Mind the Gap: EU Declares War on Gender Pay Difference

Mind the Gap: EU Declares War on Gender Pay Difference

The transparency directive against the gender pay gap not only focuses on women, but also ‘non-binary’ people for the first time in EU legislative history.

April 2, 2023
IOC Recommends Return of Russian Athletes to International Competition 

IOC Recommends Return of Russian Athletes to International Competition 

Only as “individual neutral athletes” should Russians participate, says the IOC. About the Paris Olympics, however, no decision has been made.

April 1, 2023
Bulgaria Facing High-Stakes Elections on Sunday

Bulgaria Facing High-Stakes Elections on Sunday

With the center-right and center-left head-to-head in the polls, the most likely winners will be the socialists again, with the shadowy president at the helm.

April 1, 2023