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.
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
Renew Calls for Stronger Cordon Sanitaire After 2024

Renew Calls for Stronger Cordon Sanitaire After 2024

Centrist parties need a coalition pact, the Renew leader said, that would guarantee them top EU positions and prevent any right-wing alliance.

April 1, 2023
MEPs Call for an End of Defense Fund Abuse

MEPs Call for an End of Defense Fund Abuse

Outraged by Estonia’s example, EU lawmakers want standardized rules and more transparency within the European Peace Facility.

March 31, 2023
Finland’s Prime Minister and the Polish Abortion Controversy

Finland’s Prime Minister and the Polish Abortion Controversy

The claim that Sanna Marin promised free abortion to Poles was made up by the Polish Left, “trying to capitalize” on the abortion debate, Jerzy Kwaśniewski, director of Ordo Iuris explained.

March 29, 2023
Left-leaning Majority Hijacks Migration Vote

Left-leaning Majority Hijacks Migration Vote

The final deal has “made the proposal even worse,” Swedish MEP Charlie Weimers said, denouncing it for laying the foundation for undemocratic migrant quotas while leaving the migratory pressure unchecked.

March 29, 2023