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What sanctions can the EU impose on Hungary?

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The European Parliament has voted to pursue disciplinary action against Hungary under Article 7 of the European Union treaty. The right-wing Hungarian government has been accused of attacks on the media, minorities and the rule of law – charges denied by Prime Minister Viktor Orban. Article 7 is designed to protect the European Union’s fundamental values. It sets out ways various EU bodies… Read more »

Hungary’s Article 7 Crisis

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Recently in the news, Hungary has been accused of attacking the media, minorities, and the rule of law. While the Prime Minister Viktor Orban denies these accusations, Orban has been pushing anti-immigration laws, including the “Stop Soros” law which criminalizes anyone that aides an immigrant including lawyers and activist. Another amendment has been added to the constitution that states that people that… Read more »