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.
EU Court: Police Can Access Mobile Phone Data for Minor Crimes

EU Court: Police Can Access Mobile Phone Data for Minor Crimes

The verdict comes after Austrian police attempted to unlock a suspect’s phone.

October 4, 2024
Brussels Sues Hungary Over Sovereignty Law

Brussels Sues Hungary Over Sovereignty Law

The European Commission appears unconcerned that its own ‘Defence of Democracy’ package is similar to the criticised Hungarian law.

October 4, 2024
German Foreign Minister: Censor Social Media To “Protect Democracy”

German Foreign Minister: Censor Social Media To “Protect Democracy”

The EU Commission plans to set up a body to tackle “disinformation,” blaming it for the rise of populist parties.

October 2, 2024
Suspected Attacks on Israeli Embassies in Denmark and Sweden

Suspected Attacks on Israeli Embassies in Denmark and Sweden

Stockholm has previously accused Iran of recruiting gang members in Sweden.

October 2, 2024
Germany Arrests Chinese Woman on Espionage Charges

Germany Arrests Chinese Woman on Espionage Charges

The suspect is accused of spying on Germany’s defence industry and passing on information to a former aide of MEP Maximilian Krah.

October 1, 2024
Motion To Ban AfD Could Be Discussed in German Bundestag Next Week

Motion To Ban AfD Could Be Discussed in German Bundestag Next Week

The losers of the recent regional elections continue using all available legal methods to punish the second most popular party.

October 1, 2024
Right-Wing FPÖ Likely To Be Sidelined Despite Winning Austrian Election

Right-Wing FPÖ Likely To Be Sidelined Despite Winning Austrian Election

A ‘grand coalition’ of the two establishment parties would only have a razor-thin majority.

October 1, 2024
Will the EPP Shield an MEP From Criminal Charges?

Will the EPP Shield an MEP From Criminal Charges?

Hungarian opposition leader and new MEP Péter Magyar is suspected of theft after a brawl and could face prison time.

September 30, 2024
Austria: Right-Wing FPÖ Achieves Historic Victory

Austria: Right-Wing FPÖ Achieves Historic Victory

Despite resounding support for a shift to the Right, the establishment parties will likely defy the voters with a coalition of losers.

September 30, 2024
Syrian Man Injures 31 People, German Authorities Ignore Signs of Islamism

Syrian Man Injures 31 People, German Authorities Ignore Signs of Islamism

The rampage in Essen was more reminiscent of a terror attack than a ‘domestic dispute.’

September 30, 2024
Zelensky Leaves Washington Without U.S. Approval for Deep Strikes in Russia

Zelensky Leaves Washington Without U.S. Approval for Deep Strikes in Russia

U.S. intelligence says the Biden Administration is concerned about Russian retaliation.

September 27, 2024
Thuringia Parliament: Opening Session Descends Into Chaos

Thuringia Parliament: Opening Session Descends Into Chaos

Mainstream parties are threatening to ban the AfD for adhering to parliamentary rules.

September 27, 2024