Zoltán Kottász is a journalist for europeanconservative.com, based in Budapest. He worked for many years as a journalist and as the editor of the foreign desk at the Hungarian daily, Magyar Nemzet. He focuses primarily on European politics.
European Patriots Vow To Reshape EU at Landmark Budapest Assembly

European Patriots Vow To Reshape EU at Landmark Budapest Assembly

Conservative and sovereignist leaders from across Europe gathered in Budapest to call for a shift away from EU centralisation and towards national sovereignty.

March 23, 2026
Intelligence Row Deepens Rift Between EU and Hungary Ahead of Elections

Intelligence Row Deepens Rift Between EU and Hungary Ahead of Elections

Western liberal media reports alleging Budapest colluding with Moscow are coming thick and fast over fears of another victory for Viktor Orbán.

March 23, 2026
Orbán Rallies Global Allies at CPAC Hungary Before April Election

Orbán Rallies Global Allies at CPAC Hungary Before April Election

Conservative leaders from across the world gathered in Budapest for CPAC Hungary 2026, as the country prepares for a closely watched parliamentary election.

March 21, 2026
“We put our own people first, unashamedly, unequivocally”—British Commentator <strong>Matt Goodwin</strong>

“We put our own people first, unashamedly, unequivocally”—British Commentator <strong>Matt Goodwin</strong>

“We are essentially importing political practices that look more at home in Lebanon or Sierra Leone or Pakistan than they do in Britain.”

March 21, 2026
Conservatives Vow To Dismantle Deep State Ahead of Slovenian Election

Conservatives Vow To Dismantle Deep State Ahead of Slovenian Election

As Slovenia heads to the polls this Sunday, revelations of corruption and entrenched networks within the left-wing government have emerged.

March 20, 2026
Updated: Manfred Weber’s Hungarian Allies Embroiled in Second Nazi-Related Scandal

Updated: Manfred Weber’s Hungarian Allies Embroiled in Second Nazi-Related Scandal

Not one, but two controversial photos of an opposition Tisza Party candidate have fuelled a fresh political storm—weeks before Hungarians head to the polls.

March 14, 2026
EU Leaders Lambasted for Failing to Pursue Peace with Russia

EU Leaders Lambasted for Failing to Pursue Peace with Russia

A political scientist says Europe’s refusal to engage seriously with Moscow could trap the continent in a prolonged conflict.

March 11, 2026
“Freedom Must Be Defended”: Speakers Warn of Mounting Threats to the West

“Freedom Must Be Defended”: Speakers Warn of Mounting Threats to the West

Speakers at the MCC Budapest Summit argued that the West faces growing demographic, political, and geopolitical pressures and called for renewed emphasis on national sovereignty and democratic accountability.

March 10, 2026
Western Balkans Nations Voice Frustration Over EU Accession Delays

Western Balkans Nations Voice Frustration Over EU Accession Delays

Speakers at the Budapest Balkans Forum warned that the EU’s enlargement policy lacks credibility and clarity.

March 10, 2026
Hungary Expels Ukrainians as Cash Seizure Deepens Row With Kyiv

Hungary Expels Ukrainians as Cash Seizure Deepens Row With Kyiv

Hungarian authorities want to know why two armoured vehicles transported large amounts of cash and gold linked to a Ukrainian state bank through the country.

March 6, 2026
Hungary Outraged as Zelensky Suggests Soldiers Could Target Orbán

Hungary Outraged as Zelensky Suggests Soldiers Could Target Orbán

The row erupted as Hungary blocks a €90 billion EU loan while pressing Kyiv to restore Russian oil flows through Druzhba.

March 5, 2026
Germany Scraps Bürgergeld in Welfare Crackdown

Germany Scraps Bürgergeld in Welfare Crackdown

The reform comes amid growing political tensions over rising numbers of foreign welfare recipients and concerns about incentives to work.

March 5, 2026