Zoltán Kottász

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.
41% of Muslim Youths in Vienna Place Sharia Above Austrian Law

41% of Muslim Youths in Vienna Place Sharia Above Austrian Law

Researchers described findings on religion and social attitudes among young Muslims as “very worrying.”

May 12, 2026
“He Thrives on This War”: Former Press Secretary Says Zelensky Obstacle to Peace

“He Thrives on This War”: Former Press Secretary Says Zelensky Obstacle to Peace

Former presidential spokesman Iuliia Mendel accused the Ukrainian president of prolonging the war with Russia to preserve his political position, while alleging corruption, propaganda tactics, and growing authoritarianism inside Ukraine.

May 12, 2026
Hungary’s New Government Signals Sharp Break With Orbán’s EU Strategy

Hungary’s New Government Signals Sharp Break With Orbán’s EU Strategy

Hungary’s new leadership is signalling a softer approach to Brussels, raising questions over veto powers, Ukraine policy, and frozen EU funds.

May 11, 2026
Iran-Linked Terror Network Spreads Fear Across Europe

Iran-Linked Terror Network Spreads Fear Across Europe

A little-known group accused of recruiting local criminals through encrypted apps has claimed responsibility for attacks across Europe.

May 11, 2026
‘Nobody Comes for Welfare’: German Minister Faces Reality Check

‘Nobody Comes for Welfare’: German Minister Faces Reality Check

Bärbel Bas is under fire after dismissing concerns over welfare migration despite statistics showing heavy migrant reliance on state support.

May 8, 2026
Germany Threatens Fines as Youth Ignore Call-Up Survey

Germany Threatens Fines as Youth Ignore Call-Up Survey

A compulsory survey could lead to military service, but thousands are refusing to engage

May 8, 2026
‘Toxic Parents’: Polish Minister Escalates School Row

‘Toxic Parents’: Polish Minister Escalates School Row

Bishop warns compulsory classes undermine family values, as minister dismisses critics and attacks parents

May 5, 2026
Romania Government Falls in Decisive Vote

Romania Government Falls in Decisive Vote

An unlikely alliance between the Social Democrats and right-wing nationalists has toppled the pro-Brussels government in Bucharest.

May 5, 2026
Tired of Open Debate? SPD, Greens, and Die Linke Exit X

Tired of Open Debate? SPD, Greens, and Die Linke Exit X

Three left-wing German parties have announced their coordinated withdrawal from X, citing disinformation concerns, but critics accuse them of avoiding debate.

May 4, 2026
Sex Crime Rises Across Europe as Western Nations Top the List

Sex Crime Rises Across Europe as Western Nations Top the List

Figures reveal a widening divide between high-crime Western states and far lower rates in Central and Eastern Europe.

April 30, 2026
EU Offers Kyiv Partial Integration as Full Membership Slips Out of Reach

EU Offers Kyiv Partial Integration as Full Membership Slips Out of Reach

Member states are reportedly drawing up a package of limited benefits for Kyiv after rejecting fast-track membership.

April 30, 2026
Brussels Turns Financial Screws on Fico’s Slovakia

Brussels Turns Financial Screws on Fico’s Slovakia

MEPs urge the Commission to consider freezing EU funds, escalating pressure on Robert Fico’s government despite warnings it could hit ordinary Slovaks.

April 29, 2026