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Lauder urges Hungary to act on anti-Semitism
The president of the World Jewish Congress says he wants Hungary's government to speak out more forcefully against anti-Semitism. American businessman ...
German minister warns about al-Qaida Syrian links
Germany's foreign minister says weapons meant for opponents of the regime of Syrian President Bashar Assad must not fall into the hands of rebels ...
Hungary's prime minister denounces anti-Semitism
Hungary's prime minister told an international assembly of Jews on Sunday that his government has declared "zero tolerance" on anti-Semitism, but his ...
EU likely to take legal action against Hungary
The European Union says it probably will take legal action soon against Hungary over concerns about constitutional changes that have raised ...
Hungary OKs limit to Nazi, communist symbols
Hungary's parliament has overwhelmingly approved a modified plan to restrict the display of Nazi and communist symbols such as the swastika and red ...
EU blasts Hungary over non-compliance with EU law
Hungary has failed to reinstate judges and prosecutors it forced into early retirement in breach of EU law, the European Union's justice chief said ...
EU has serious concerns over Hungary's new laws
The European Union on Friday officially told Hungary it has serious concerns about constitutional changes that have raised accusations democracy is ...
Report: Anti-Semitic incidents surged in 2012
Israeli researchers warned Sunday of a sudden upsurge in anti-Semitic attacks, topped by a deadly school shooting in France, noting a link to the rise ...
Hungarian central bank moves to boost economy
In an effort to turn around its shrinking economy, Hungary's central bank said Thursday it would introduce measures to increase lending to businesses ...
Ukraine begins gas imports through Hungary
Ukraine has started importing natural gas from Europe through a pipeline in neighboring Hungary, part of its efforts to reduce its dependency on ...
Turkey draws 1-1 with Hungary in WCup qualifying
Daniel Bode equalized in the 71st minute Tuesday as Hungary held Turkey to a 1-1 draw in World Cup qualifying. Turkey dominated the first half with ...
Hungary cuts key interest rate to 5 percent
Hungary's central bank on Tuesday cut its key interest rate to an all-time low of 5 percent, the first reduction since a new president took the helm.
Hungary upset over criticism in German TV cartoon
A minute-long message on a German television station aimed at children has drawn the ire of the Hungarian government for criticism of recent changes ...
Hungarian journalist asked to return state award
Hungary's Minister of Human Resources has asked a journalist to return a state award he received Friday after Israel and the United States complained ...
2 charged in 1998 murder of Hungarian media mogul
Two suspects have been charged in the 1998 murder of a local media mogul, Hungarian prosecutors said Tuesday. Janos Fenyo, whose Vico group published ...
Israel asks Hungary to withdraw journalism award
Hungary should withdraw a state journalism award given to a TV presenter whose station was fined in 2011 for making derogatory remarks about Gypsies ...
Hungary: Snowstorm strands thousands in their cars
A snowstorm in Hungary brought drifts 10 feet (3 meters) high and violent gusts of wind, forcing thousands of people to spend the night in their cars ...
Ethnic Hungarians in Romania mark national day
Thousands of ethnic Hungarians paraded in Romania on Friday to celebrate the Hungarian national holiday, and some expressed concern that their ...
Hungary rejects criticism of constitution changes
Rejecting criticism from the EU, the U.S. and human rights groups, Hungary's prime minister insisted Thursday that recent constitutional changes ...