Hungary’s second-largest book store Lira is finding itself caught up in legal troubles after allegedly selling LGBT-themed British webcomic and graphic novels without closed wrapping.

Hungary imposes heavy fine on book store for selling LGBT-themed book

Hungary has in recent weeks freed 777 foreigners, mostly Serbian, Ukrainian and Romanian nationals, convicted of human-trafficking, the directorate of prisons said on Wednesday in a reply to Reuters questions.

Hungary frees 777 foreigners convicted of human-trafficking

Viktor Orbán, the Hungarian PM is calling for Donald Trump’s return to office. He claims that their shared brand of hard-right populism is on the rise worldwide. Watch this video for all details.

Why is Hungary’s PM Viktor Orbán calling for Trump’s return as US President?

Pope Francis, on his three-day visit to Hungary, headed a big outdoor Mass where he urged people to not close the door on migrants and those who are "foreign or unlike us," contrary to the anti-immigrant policies of Prime Minister Viktor Orban.

Pope Francis urges Hungarians to not close door on migrants

Pope Francis on Sunday called upon Hungarians to be ‘open’ towards migrants. The head of the Roman Catholic Church was wrapping up his three-day visit to the central European country when he made the statement.

'Let us open doors...': Pope appeals Hungarians to be more receptive to migrants

Speaking to Hungarian civil authorities in Budapest, “a city of bridges,” Pope Francis on Friday challenged the nations of Europe to recapture a spirit of fraternal unity and pursue “creative efforts for peace.”

Pope Francis on a three-day visit to Hungary, meets Ukrainian refugees

In order to safeguard their domestic agricultural industry, Poland and Hungary have decided to forbid the import of wheat and other food products from the neighboring Ukraine. As a response to the Polish announcement, Ukraine expressed regret for the choice. The decision was made as a result of the growing problem that Ukrainian food imports have caused for local farmers in both countries.

Poland and Hungary announce import ban on Ukrainian food to protect local agricultural sector

This week Hungarian lawmakers passed a bill that will allow citizens anonymously to report on same-sex couples who raise children. This comes as Prime Minister Viktor Orban's government has been curbing the rights of the country's LGBTQ community in adopting kids.

Hungary: Lawmakers pass new law allowing locals to report anonymously on same-sex couples

The Hungarian parliament approved a bill on Monday (March 27) to allow Finland to join The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) once its application has been ratified by all 30 members of the alliance.

Hungary parliament backs Finland's NATO accession

Turkey and Hungary both signaled they plan to ratify Finland’s entry into NATO, bringing the military alliance a step closer to welcoming its 31st member as the ripples from Russia’s invasion of Ukraine spread across the European security landscape.

NATO edges closer to expansion as Finland wins over holdouts

Ukrainian foreign ministry said on Tuesday (November 22) that Ukraine will summon Hungarian ambassador to lodge a protest over Hungary PM Viktor Orban wearing a scarf depicting some Ukrainian territory as part of Hungary.

Ukraine to protest Orban wearing scarf showing Ukraine territory as Hungary's

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has declared the European Union’s sanctions against Russia ‘a step towards war,’ AFP reported. During a radio interview on Friday, Orban appeared to have shifted gears to deplore the EU’s economic measures against the Kremlin, which he considers “dangerous”.

Hungary PM Orban warns EU against taking ‘a step towards war’, condemns military aid to Ukraine

Animal shelters across Hungary are struggling as many pet owners are returning their pets due to the rising cost of looking after them.

Hungary: Animal shelters struggle to look after pets, unable to afford vet bills, food

Amid the fresh round of sanctions imposed by the European Union, the partner nations are trudging their own line. Reportedly, Hungary and EU hopeful Serbia are planning to construct a pipeline between the two countries so that Russian oil from the southern Druzhba pipeline, also called the Friendship pipeline can be supplied to Serbia via Hungary.

Hungary, Serbia to build pipeline for Russian gas supplies, sidestepping EU mandate

In pics | Thousands of Hungarians protest in front of parliament against change in abortion laws 

Spain is planning to offer digital nomad visas to encourage non-European Union (EU) citizens to come to the country and enjoy working in the sun. The law is yet to be passed but the Spanish government is intending to dole out lucrative incentives to make the proposal all the more enticing.

Spain proposes 'digital nomad' visa to attract talent to its shores

Amid an ongoing war in Ukraine, a worsening cost of living crisis and dwindling gas supplies, Europe is now facing fresh challenges from within. The European commission recommended suspending around Euros 7.5 billion in funding for Hungary.

EU moves to suspend funds for Hungary | EU tests democracy sanctions for the 1st time

On Sunday, the European Union's (EU) executive branch recommended suspending approximately 7.5 billion euros in funding to Hungary over concerns of corruption and a democratic backslide.

EU proposes to cut 7.5 billion euro aid to Hungary over concerns of corruption

Hungary is no longer a “full democracy” and the European Union needs to do everything to bring it back into line with European values, the European Parliament said on Thursday.

Hungary no longer a full democracy: EU resolution

European Parliament, which has declared Hungary is no longer full democracy, has led to a furious reaction from Budapest. Hungary has condemned the EU's decision as 'an insult'.

Hungary blasts European Parliament 'insult' over democratic credentials

European Parliament declared Hungary is no longer a full democracy which led to a furious reaction from Hungary. The members of European Parliament voted 433 in favor while 123 voted against the decision. It finally describes Hungary as a hybrid regime of electoral autocracy in serious breach of EU Democratic Norms.

Hungarian Prime Minister slams 'joke' EU resolution

Hungary has tightened its abortion rules, now, women seeking abortions will be forced to listen to foetal heartbeats, this is before doctors can go ahead with the procedure of an abortion.

Women rights activists to stage protests against abortion rules in Hungary

Hungary wants pregnant women to hear 'foetal heartbeat' before an abortion. The govt says this measure is aimed at dissuading women from getting an abortion. Activists say, it's meant to 'humiliate women'. Priyanka Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Hungary wants pregnant women to hear 'foetal heartbeat' before abortion

Hungary has tightened its abortion laws. Women seeking to terminate pregnancies will now be made to listen to their fetus's heartbeat before going through the procedure.

Hungary enshrines 'foetal heartbeat' law

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