![]() 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. |