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Europe Takes On an Unpredicatable Autocrat - Sem van der Wal / ANP / IMAGO

The Orbán Problem Europe Takes On an Unpredicatable Autocrat

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is considered Vladimir Putin's last friend among European leaders. He has completely isolated himself in the EU. Now, Brussels wants to cut billions in subsidies to Budapest, but it's also possible he could strike back. By Markus Becker, Jan Puhl, Matthias Gebauer und Fidelius Schmid

Meet the Small-Town Mayor Who Wants to Topple Orbán - Akos Stiller / DER SPIEGEL

Elections in Hungary Meet the Small-Town Mayor Who Wants to Topple Orbán

In Hungary, all opposition parties have united behind a single candidate. But does small-town mayor Péter Márki-Zay stand a chance against the illiberal system of Viktor Orbán in elections on Sunday? The surprising answer is: Maybe. By Jan Puhl

Viktor Orbán and the Fall of Democracy - Beata Zawrzel / NurPhoto / IMAGO

The One-Man State Viktor Orbán and the Fall of Democracy

Cronyism, control of the media, attacks on the EU: Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is transforming his country into an autocracy. This spring he will once again stand for re-election. Will Hungarians allow him to get away with it this time? By Jan Puhl und Walter Mayr

It’s Time to Cut Funding for Orbán - Beata Zawrzel / NurPhoto / IMAGO

Dealing with Europe’s Autocrats It’s Time to Cut Funding for Orbán A DER SPIEGEL Editorial By Ralf Neukirch

Hungarian President Viktor Orbán and other like-minded populists are trampling on the EU’s values with growing disregard. Europe has an effective option for taking action and it is time to use it: We need to cut Hungary’s EU funds.

Brussels Prepares for a Protracted Fight with Poland and Hungary - Francisco Seco / DPA

Rule of Law Brussels Prepares for a Protracted Fight with Poland and Hungary

By vetoing the EU budget, Hungary and Poland have plunged the bloc into a crisis and heaped pressure on Angela Merkel to find a solution. Brussels, though, might have a way to turn the tables.

"The Condition of Hungary's Media Landscape Is Alarming" - Justin Jin / DER SPIEGEL

EU Commission Vice President on the Rule of Law in Europe "The Condition of Hungary's Media Landscape Is Alarming"

For the first time ever, the European Commission is examining the state of rule of law in each EU member state. Věra Jourová discusses weaknesses in Germany and serious concerns elsewhere. Interview Conducted by Markus Becker und Peter Müller

Did European Leaders Cave to Hungary and Poland to Reach a Deal? - Gabriel Kuchta / Getty Images

The Price of the Corona Bailout Did European Leaders Cave to Hungary and Poland to Reach a Deal?

Despite undermining the rule of law in their countries, the leaders of Poland and Hungary were spared when the EU pushed through its landmark coronavirus recovery package. Now, it’s up to the European Parliament to decide whether it wants to increase the pressure. By Markus Becker, Peter Müller, Maximilian Popp und Severin Weiland

Eastern Europe Prepares for the Inevitable - Czarek Sokolowski/ AP

The Spread of Coronavirus Eastern Europe Prepares for the Inevitable

Many countries in Eastern Europe are taking drastic measures to slow the spread of COVID-19 -- in part because their health-care systems may not be up to the task. By Jan Puhl

Hungary's Attack on the Media Is Un-European - Chris McGrath/ Getty Images

World Press Freedom Day Hungary's Attack on the Media Is Un-European

A Hungarian newspaper with close ties to the government has published a black list of foreign correspondents. One of those on the list is SPIEGEL ONLINE reporter Keno Verseck. It's just one more example of the country's slide into authoritarianism. Von Barbara Hans

What Orbán's Third Win Could Mean for Europe - LEONHARD FOEGER/ REUTERS

Hungarian Elections What Orbán's Third Win Could Mean for Europe

With his strong election victory on Sunday, Hungary's Viktor Orbán exceeded all expectations. What will the party's third win mean for Europe? Von Keno Verseck

EU Considers Funding Cuts for Eastern Europe - Agencja Gazeta/Slawomir Kaminski via REUTERS

Wrangling over Warsaw EU Considers Funding Cuts for Eastern Europe

The European Commission is considering linking member-state subsidies to adherence to the rule of law, a step aimed at bringing a handful of Eastern European countries back into line. But the proposal also threatens to deepen the current rift in Europe. Von Markus Becker, Peter Müller, Christoph Schult und Jan Puhl

Merkel Risks Deepening EU Rifts - Imago Stock

Rule of Law Merkel Risks Deepening EU Rifts

Violations of EU agreements have become more the rule than the exception and now, German Chancellor Angela Merkel would like to put a stop to the practice. But the move seems predestined to deepen Brussel's dispute with Poland and Hungary. Von Peter Müller und Christoph Schult

A Whiff of Corruption in Orbán's Hungary - © Laszlo Balogh / Reuters/ REUTERS

Web of Dependencies A Whiff of Corruption in Orbán's Hungary

In order to consolidate his power, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is creating a corrupt oligarchy in Hungary. He's also letting his family and friends in on the lucrative action. Von Jan Puhl

The Makings of Merkel's Decision to Accept Refugees - Zsolt Szigetvary/ dpa

Two Weeks in September The Makings of Merkel's Decision to Accept Refugees

A year has passed since the dramatic decision by Angela Merkel to take in hundreds of thousands of Syrian refugees. What drove her to make the decision and what price will the country pay for it? A look back at 14 days that changed German history. By SPIEGEL Staff

Orbán Profits from the Refugees - Gregor Mayer/ dpa

Fortress Hungary Orbán Profits from the Refugees

In many respects, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has emerged as the political victor in the refugee crisis. Voters support his hardline stance and other Eastern European countries are following his suit. Von Jan Puhl

Metamorphosis A Hungarian Extremist Explores His Jewish Roots

Csanád Szegedi was a prominent right-wing extremist in Hungary until he discovered his own Jewish roots in 2012. Since then, he has undergone a radical reinvention and is even learning Hebrew. His grandmother, though, continues to hide her Auschwitz tattoo. Von Jan Puhl

Only the Rich Are Welcome - Nikos Arvanitidis/ picture alliance / dpa

EU Immigration Only the Rich Are Welcome

Hundreds of poverty-stricken refugees are drowning in the Mediterranean, while at the same time, many European Union member states issue residence permits to wealthy Chinese, Arabs and Russians. Anyone is welcome who can pay the asking price. Von Claus Hecking

Hungary Cracks Down on Homelessness - FERENC ISZA/ AFP

'They Want Scapegoats' Hungary Cracks Down on Homelessness

The conservative Hungarian government has repeatedly targeted the homeless with its recent policies. Now a new ban on sleeping outdoors is drawing outrage and accusations of scapegoating. Von Keno Verseck

Neo-Nazis Get Life for Roma Murder Spree - DPA

Justice in Hungary Neo-Nazis Get Life for Roma Murder Spree

A court in Budapest sentenced three neo-Nazis to life in prison on Tuesday for a murder spree directed against Hungary's Roma minority in 2008 and 2009. Although the victims' families praise the decision, they criticize official foot-dragging in the investigation. Von Keno Verseck

'We Are Bastards of Communism' - NIKOLAY DOYCHINOV/ AFP

Polish Dissident Adam Michnik 'We Are Bastards of Communism'

Adam Michnik is editor-in-chief of Poland's leading daily and its most prominent former dissident. In a SPIEGEL interview, he talks about the threat of authoritarian regimes in Eastern Europe, the decline of the region's political culture and feelings of being treated like second-class citizens in Europe.

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