Daily Archives: May 4, 2013

Jobbik rally against World Jewish Congress in Budapest

Posted on May 4, 2013 by ellenpolus

Hungary’s far-right Jobbik party has staged a rally in central Budapest in protest at the capital’s hosting of the World Jewish Congress (WJC) on Sunday. Several hundred supporters took part, despite attempts by the government to prevent it going ahead. … Continue reading →

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Press freedom index marked by downgrades for Hungary, Greece, Bulgaria

Posted on May 4, 2013 by ellenpolus

As the United Nations marks World Press Freedom Day, a watchdog organisation has published its annual report today (3 May) showing that three EU countries – Hungary, Greece and Bulgaria – saw a dramatic decline in press freedom. According to … Continue reading →

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