Hungary Election Landslide Ends Orbán Era with 138 Seats for Magyar
Hungary's long-standing political regime has ended as Péter Magyar's Tisza party secures a historic 138 seats, according to BBC news, sweeping away Viktor Orbán's 16-year rule.
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Peter Magyar Election Win Claims ‘Liberation’ of Hungary from Orban
Peter Magyar has claimed victory in Hungary’s election, stating that his win has 'liberated Hungary' from longtime leader Viktor Orban, according to Al Jazeera.
Germany’s Far-Right AfD Adopts Radical Manifesto Ahead of Key Polls
Germany's far-right Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) has adopted a 'radical' manifesto ahead of key regional elections in Saxony-Anhalt, where the party could win an outright majority for the first time since World War II, according to the BBC.
Ukraine Russia Accuse Each of 2,299 Ceasefire Violations
Ukraine and Russia have accused each other of hundreds of ceasefire violations during a short truce coinciding with Orthodox Easter, according to the BBC.
Easter Truce Fails in Ukraine as War Continues, 38 Minutes After Start
An Orthodox Easter truce agreed by Russia and Ukraine came into force on Saturday afternoon but 38 minutes later air raid sirens were heard in Kharkiv region, according to the BBC.
Hungary Election: Challenger Scents Victory Amid Final Push for Votes
As Hungary's election nears, challenger Péter Magyar senses victory over long-time leader Viktor Orbán, according to BBC News.
Man Accused of Coercing Wife into Sex with 120 Men Goes on Trial in Sweden
A 61-year-old Swedish man accused of coercing his wife into having sexual relations with over 120 men has gone on trial in Härnösand, according to the BBC.
German Transgender Far-Right Extremist Arrested in Czech Republic
A German transgender far-right extremist, wanted by German authorities, has been arrested in the Czech Republic, according to the BBC.
European Airports Face Fuel Shortages by Early May
European airports face jet fuel shortages within three weeks if oil supplies do not start to flow through the strait of Hormuz, according to Airports Council International (ACI) Europe.
Ukraine Deal Talks Face Setbacks as Russia, Trump, and NATO Clash
Ukraine and Russia remain far apart in peace talks, with U.S. President Donald Trump expressing optimism despite NATO's reluctance to fast-track Ukraine's membership, according to recent reports.
Russia Ukraine Agree Truce for Orthodox Easter
Russia and Ukraine have agreed to a truce for Orthodox Easter, with Vladimir Putin saying he's ordered Russian troops to cease fire 'in all directions' this weekend, according to the BBC.
UK Says Russia Submarine Operation Over Cables and Pipelines
The UK has accused Russia of running a covert submarine operation over undersea cables and pipelines north of the country, according to Defence Secretary John Healey.
French Far-Right Leader Romantically Linked to Italian Princess
French far-right presidential hopeful Jordan Bardella is in a relationship with Italian socialite Princess Maria Carolina of Bourbon-Two Sicilies, according to celebrity magazine Paris Match.
UK, Norway Deploy Military to Deter Russian Submarines
The UK and Norway have deployed military assets to deter Russian submarines from operating in their waters, according to recent reports. This move comes amid heightened tensions in the region.
Chess Open Winner Surpasses 50-Year Record
A 20-year-old chess player, Sindarov, matched the 50-year-old record of world champion Carlsen during the recent Chess Open in Germany, according to SWR and Vietnam.vn.