EU Parliament

EU Parliament Demands Sanctions on Orbán’s Hungary: Electoral Autocracy Concerns

The European Parliament, in a recent vote, strongly criticized Hungary, accusing it of becoming a “hybrid regime of electoral autocracy” due to numerous violations of European values. The report highlighted concerns regarding the Hungarian government’s crackdown on LGBTQI+ rights, restrictions on dissent, and threats to judicial independence. MEPs also denounced Budapest’s use of AI-generated content to deceive voters, alongside alleged spying activities within EU institutions. The Parliament urged the EU Council to take decisive action, as the situation in Hungary is worsening while Orbán is scheduled to meet with Putin.

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Former AfD Aide Convicted of Spying for China

A former assistant to a far-right European Parliament member has been convicted of espionage, sentenced to four years and nine months in prison. The individual, identified as Jian G, worked for Maximilian Krah, a member of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, passing information on EU Parliament negotiations to Chinese intelligence since 2002. Beijing has denied accusations of espionage, claiming the reports are intended to smear and suppress China. Krah, also under investigation for alleged money laundering and bribery, was previously barred from EU elections but still secured a seat in the German parliament.

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