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EU Court Urges Reversal of Hungary's €10 Billion Aid Access

2/12/2026

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The Advocate General of the European Court of Justice urged annulling the European Commission's decision to unfreeze payments to Hungary, citing insufficient judicial reforms.
The Commission lifted the suspension, allowing Hungary access to about €10 billion.
The European Parliament challenged the decision, claiming it was politically motivated.
Prime Minister Viktor Orbán faces a challenge from Péter Magyar, who seeks to restore the rule of law and EU ties.

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The Advocate General of the European Court of Justice urged annulling the European Commission's decision to unfreeze payments to Hungary, citing insufficient judicial reforms.
The Commission lifted the suspension, allowing Hungary access to about €10 billion.
The European Parliament challenged the decision, claiming it was politically motivated.
Prime Minister Viktor Orbán faces a challenge from Péter Magyar, who seeks to restore the rule of law and EU ties.