 The dilemma of Hungarian JewsThe Orban government is basically a dictatorship and was connected with the anti-Semitic Jobbik party. How are the Jews fairing and what should they do?Hungarian rabbi rejects Hanukkah greeting from anti-SemitesRabbi from Budapest rejects Hanukkah greeting from the far-right Jobbik party. Camerawoman Fired for Tripping Up MigrantsCamerawoman for far-right TV station filmed tripping up father and son as they ran from police. WJC's Lauder: 'Dialog' Needed to Deal With JobbikIn interview with the Associated Press, WJC President Ron Lauder says he is 'concerned' about the rise of the far-right in Hungary. Anti-Semitic Party Gains; Hungarian Jews FranticHungarian Jewish community alarmed after election results reveal Jobbik is second largest party in Hungary. Hungarian Anti-Semites Gain in Local ElectionsThe openly anti-Semitic Jobbik party comes second in 18 out of 19 counties in local elections. Hungary: Fascists Stage Mock 'Hanging' of IsraelisIsraeli ambassador to Hungary demands inquiry into far-right rally in which effigies of Israeli PM, former president 'publicly hanged'.Hungary's Rome Envoy Withdraws over Anti-SemitismPeter Szentmihalyi Szabo referred to Jews as 'agents of Satan,' who are 'greedy, envious, evil and ugly.' Plus, he doesn't speak Italian.Hungarian Town Won't Honor Anti-Semitic DictatorFar-right Jobbik party had fronted campaign to name part of Gyomro's town square after Nazi-Allied leader; Mayor issues apology. Euroskeptics Rising, as EU Vote Draws NearEuroskeptics expected to make gains, but struggle to find common ground; fascist Jobbik party to overtake left-wing rivals. Hungary Remembers Holocaust Amid ProtestsJewish, civil rights groups continue to boycott Holocaust memorial events amidst rising anti-Semitism in the government. EJC: Success of Anti-Semites a 'Dark Day'European Jewish Congress says the success of the openly anti-Semitic Jobbik party is “a source of grave concern for Europe.”Hungarian Anti-Semitic Party Gains in ElectionsHungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban wins clear victory in elections, while Jobbik party increases its share of the vote.Hungary's Rebranded Far-Right Eyes Poll SuccessJobbik party bouncing back from popularity slump after taking on a 'softer' image; but beneath the facade the same policies remain.Hungary: Using Anti-Semitism to Gain Votes?Arutz Sheva interviews Hungarian politicians from both sides of the political divide on extremists - and what it means for the Jews.34% of Hungarians Blame Jews for Economic WoesFar right Jobbik party gaining strength in Hungary but Jewish organization says anti-Semitism was worse in 2010.'Hungarian Politicians Use Jews to Gain Votes'Hungarian Chief Rabbi blames politicians, city mayor for anti-Semitic rally held in former synagogue, claims anti-Semitism 'gains votes'. Anger Over Far-Right Rally in Former SynagogueAnti-fascist groups protest political rally by far-right Jobbik party in former Hungarian synagogue. Neturei Karta Demonstrate in Support of FascistsSmall group of radical anti-Zionist sect stand in solidarity with Jobbik party head during controversial London rally.London: Visit by Far-Right Leader Sparks TensionsLeader of Hungary's far-right Jobbik party to address London rally on eve of Holocaust Memorial Day; anti-fascists plan protest. From Hungarian Neo-Nazi to Orthodox JewUpcoming documentary focuses on the life story of Csanad Szegedi, the Far Right Jobbik politician who discovered his Jewish roots.Hungary: Neo-Nazi Gang Jaild for Racist MurdersVerdict comes as Jews, Roma, face rising discrimination and attacks in the EU-member state.'Counting Jews' Misquote Stirs ControversyEuropean Parliament head demands newspaper clarify how it misquoted him as saying "Hungary wants to count the Jews.” Bulgarian 'Ataka' Party Follows Neo-Nazi TrendsBulgarian 'Ataka' party follows neo-Nazi tides, gaining sizable portion of popular vote in country's parliamentary elections. Hungarians Stage 'Anti-Zionist' Revenge RallyFar-right Jobbik party called for an “anti-Zionist” demonstration to be held on eve of World Jewish Congress General Assembly. Racist Hungarian Journalist Returns State PrizeA Hungarian television presenter, known for his anti-Semitic remarks, has handed back a prestigious state award after public outcry. Neo-Nazi Parties Pose 'Alarming Setbacks'Anti-Defamation League urges United States Congress to mobilize a united voice against the return of political anti-Semitism. EU’s 'Democratic Conscience' Votes In Neo-NazisCouncil of Europe set to approve nomination of Hungarian neo-Nazi to its Committee on Equality and Non-Discrimination.Council of Europe Considering Ban on Neo-Nazi MPsCouncil of Europe is considering banning extreme-right members if they are affiliated with “neo-Nazi, racist and anti-Semitic" parties.Hungarian MK Plans ‘Zionist Threat’ Speaking TourA lawmaker from the blatantly anti-Semitic Hungarian Jobbik Party is planning to begin a lecture tour regarding the “Zionist threat.” Hungary: Referendum on Hitler Ally FailsResidents of a small Hungarian town have failed to stop a park from taking on the name of the country's Nazi-allied wartime leader. Hungarian Jews Cautiously Welcome Pension HikeHungarian Jews welcome pension hike for Holocaust survivors, but say government needs to do more to combat anti-Semitism. Hungarian MP Announces Jewish IdentityConfronting recent anti-Semitic events that have plagued parliament, Hungarian minister revealed he is Jewish, "like it or not." Hungarian MP Burns Israeli FlagIndependent MP briefly detained for questioning after burning flag in Budapest protest. Hungarian PM Vows to Protect Jews- Insufficiently?Hungarian Prime Minister vowed to defend country's Jews from anti-Semitism after a far-right MP made anti-Jewish remarks in parliament.Jobbik Deputy Campaigns Against 'Israeli' MPOutrage over anti-Semitic remarks in Hungarian parliament continued unabated, with Jobbik deputy calling for resignation of 'Israeli' MP.Hungary Condemns MP Over 'Jewish List' RemarksHungarian government condemns the remarks made by a far-right MP to compile a list of residents "of Jewish origin." Hungary Condemns Burning of Israeli FlagsHungary's Foreign Ministry condemned the "desecration of an Israeli flag" outside of Budapest’s main synagogue by Jobbik party supporters. Former Hungarian Neo-Nazi Meets Orthodox RabbiAfter being ousted from far-right Hungarian Jobbik party over his Jewish roots, Csanad Szegedi has reconciled to meet with orthodox rabbi. 'Jewish' Hungarian Lawmaker Forced to ResignHungarian lawmaker from the far-right Jobbik party resigned after he had tried to cover up his Jewish ancestry for as long as two years. Neo-Nazi Leader Challenges Chabad Rabbi to DebateLeader of extreme right Hungarian political party challenged head of the Hungarian Jewish Congregation, to a public debate on anti-Semitism. |
