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Hungary's PM Magyar Aims for Stronger EU Ties with Poland

4/19/2026

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Péter Magyar, Hungary's new prime minister, seeks to strengthen ties with Poland's Donald Tusk to restore EU relations.
After Magyar's victory, Tusk expressed optimism about their collaboration and emphasized the need for democratic reforms.
EU officials have begun informal talks with Magyar's administration, urging Hungary to lift its block on a €90 billion loan to Ukraine and support new sanctions against Russia.

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Péter Magyar, Hungary's new prime minister, seeks to strengthen ties with Poland's Donald Tusk to restore EU relations.
After Magyar's victory, Tusk expressed optimism about their collaboration and emphasized the need for democratic reforms.
EU officials have begun informal talks with Magyar's administration, urging Hungary to lift its block on a €90 billion loan to Ukraine and support new sanctions against Russia.