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Romania's Simion Seeks Orbán's Support Amid Political Tensions

5/13/2025

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Simion Seeks Support

George Simion, head of Romania's AUR party, is courting Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán for backing in the presidential elections. However, Orbán has pulled back, stressing Hungary's neutrality in Romania's politics. Meanwhile, UDMR's Kelemen Hunor has denounced Simion as anti-Hungarian, rallying voters to back Nicusor Dan instead.

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Hungary Expels Diplomats

Tensions flared between Hungary and Ukraine after two suspected Hungarian spies were arrested in Transcarpathia, leading to the expulsion of Ukrainian diplomats by Hungary. An audio leak involving opposition leader Péter Magyar has fueled allegations of collusion with Ukrainian intelligence, raising serious concerns about Hungary's sovereignty and jeopardizing its NATO standing and regional stability.

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Simion Seeks Support

George Simion, head of Romania's AUR party, is courting Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán for backing in the presidential elections. However, Orbán has pulled back, stressing Hungary's neutrality in Romania's politics. Meanwhile, UDMR's Kelemen Hunor has denounced Simion as anti-Hungarian, rallying voters to back Nicusor Dan instead.

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