Hungary

Peter Marki-Zay selected to lead unified diverse opposition against strongman leader

European leaders vow to bring the nation ‘to its knees’ over civil rights crackdown

Demand comes as Viktor Orban strips last independent radio station of broadcast license

Hungarian politician Jozsef Szajer admits attending ‘private party’ broken up by Belgian police for Covid curfew violations

Your guide to the best columns and commentary on Thursday 19 November

Dispute over Covid-19 recovery package highlights divisions at heart of EU27

Czech Republic tops EU infection rates as neighbouring nations also set daily case records

Member states are split over new pact aimed at ending migration disputes

MEPs threaten to block coronavirus recovery package over decline in democracy across member states

Hungary is the latest country to slide away from democracy as Viktor Orban is handed sweeping emergency powers

Move comes amid upsurge in homophobic rhetoric among right-wing MPs

MEPs back plans aimed at curbing EU states that undermine rule of law

Hungary, Italy and Poland seek anti-immigration majority at upcoming European Parliamentary elections

Anger at new ‘slave labour law’ gives way to general opposition to increasingly authoritarian rule of Viktor Orban

Homeless people face compulsory work programme or jail under new law

Mercedes chief Toto Wolff expects rivals Ferrari to give strong performance in Budapest

People aiding undocumented migrants may face prison sentences or fines

Victory for anti-migrant party will be seen as ‘resounding endorsement’ by the European far right

Another victory for Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s far-right Fidesz party likely to spell trouble for the EU

Departure of Europhile Slovak and Slovenian leaders could spell trouble for the EU

The billionaire and pro-migration campaigner will fall foul of a new bill designed to penalise pro-immigration groups

Extremist groups are offering money and food in bid to radicalise youngsters

After a stylish renovation, Budapest's oldest hotel epitomises the city's intoxicating mix of past and present

The government response has been shameful, say observers – but ordinary Hungarians are mobilising

European Parliament president calls for an end to scapegoating immigrants after talks with David Cameron