Hungary’s governing party under Viktor Orbán since 2010
The Hungarian Parliament confirms Andr?s Baka as transitional president, as the ruling party pursues a sweeping constitutional overhaul that tightens control over media and judiciary. The move comes after Tisza-led reforms dismantle Orbán-era institutions and set the stage for a new constitutional order.
Serbia has held a large funeral for Ratko Mladić, the convicted Bosnian war criminal, with soldiers, several government ministers and church leaders taking part. The event has prompted condemnations from the EU, led to Bosnia downgrading diplomatic ties, and caused EU officials to pause visits and reassess Serbia’s accession prospects.
The Alternative for Germany (AfD) has won about 44% in Saxony‑Anhalt, taking 39 of 83 seats and falling three short of a majority. Chancellor Friedrich Merz has condemned the party's "remigration" plans as ethnic cleansing and has faced domestic backlash after the result; international figures including Donald Trump and Elon Musk have praised the AfD.
Prosecutors have sought to lift immunity for ex-minister and associates amid corruption probes spanning embezzlement and bribery accusations connected to the Orban era. Legislators have overwhelmingly backed the move, while Orban’s allies boycott the session.
Prosecutors have sought to lift immunity from Magyar and two former Orban-era ministers, amid investigations into embezzlement and bribery. The vote to lift immunity follows allegations linked to a nightclub incident and broader corruption cases tied to government figures from Orban’s 16-year tenure. The process also targets further ministers and fund misuses as part of a sweeping anti-fraud push.