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Une révolution civique, pas encore une révolution sociale

by Fondation Jean-Jaurès 06/05/2026

“A civic revolution, not yet a social revolution” Interview with László Andor, FEPS Secretary General, published by Fondation Jean-Jaurès (FR), analysing the electoral defeat of Viktor Orbán, the emergence of a broad opposition movement in Hungary, and the prospects for democratic renewal, EU relations and social change following what he describes as a “civic revolution” that has yet to deliver a social transformation.

Jön a pénz! Magyar Péter beváltja az ígéretét?

by KlikkTV 04/05/2026

“Money is coming! Will Péter Magyar deliver on his promise?” Video Interview published on KlikkTV (HU), featuring László Andor, FEPS Secretary General, discussing EU funds to Hungary, their political conditionality, and the importance of fair distribution, rule of law and social investment within the European Union.

‘Bruselas, ¿te Quiero?’ Tras un verano cruel, Von der Leyen pide a Europa que “luche”

by Euronews 16/09/2025

After a harsh summer, Von der Leyen calls on Europe to ‘fight’” Episode of Euronews’ Brussels, my Love? featuring Beatriz Abellán, FEPS Policy Analyst on International Relations, discussing Von der Leyen’s State of the Union speech, the EU’s trade deal with the United States, and the future of multilateralism. She also stresses that the EU’s credibility is at stake due to its delayed response to the genocide in Palestine.

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