Hungary’s politicians react to the Paris attacks Published: 26 February 2015 The recent terrorist attacks in Paris evoked strong reactions all around the world. The Hungarian government has reacted with proposals to restrict freedom of speech and by highlighting the problems of immigration. By András Jámbor
Assad’s Trap for the West Published: 6 January 2015 Assad and ISIS appear to be perfect opposites. In reality, however, they are rather complementary. Whatever aspirations one may have for a cooperation with the regime, neither an end to the war nor safety will be gained through it. By Bente Scheller
On the Run in Their Own Country Published: 5 January 2015 More than six million Syrian refugees are in search of a different, a safer place in their home country and yet only arrive at places that are currently slightly less ghastly. By Bente Scheller
The ECJ recognises homosexuality as grounds for asylum Published: 11 March 2014 On November 7, 2013, the European Court of Justice (ECJ) decided that homosexual asylum seekers be granted asylum in EU Member States. An important judgment that is, however, a drop in the ocean in the light of the EU’s policy of closure with regard to asylum and refugee policy. By Caroline Ausserer
