High-stakes Hungarian election sees record turnout as Orbán and Magyar cast ballots
Hungary held a closely watched parliamentary election on April 12, 2026, with Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and challenger Péter Magyar both voting in the Budapest area.Early turnout figures indicated participation near 75 percent, potentially a record high for the country.Orbán cast his ballot in the late morning in Zsámbék near Szentendre, north of Budapest, while Magyar voted earlier in the central V District of the capital.Orbán described the election as a defense of Hungary's achievements over the past 15 years, whereas Magyar framed the vote as a choice between continued alignment with the European Union or remaining a political outlier.The... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Apr 2026 20:03 LONDON
Two in hospital after bus crashes down embankment in the Highlands
An electric bus operated by Ember crashed down an embankment near Granish Junction on the A9 north of Aviemore on Sunday morning.The incident occurred at approximately 9:40 as the bus was turning at the junction while traveling from Inverness to Edinburgh.Two people were hospitalized following the crash, though the extent of their injuries has not been disclosed by authorities.The A9 was closed for about two hours to allow emergency services to respond and clear the scene before reopening.Passengers reported that the bus tipped while turning, with some thrown forward and sustaining minor injuries such as cuts and bruises.Only about half... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Apr 2026 18:03 LONDON
At least 30 dead in stampede at Haiti's historic Citadelle Laferriere
At least 30 people have died in a stampede at the Citadelle Laferriere, a UNESCO World Heritage site in northern Haiti, during an annual Easter gathering on April 11, 2026.The incident occurred near the entrance to the historic fortress in the town of Milot, which was crowded with students and visitors attending the event.The stampede was exacerbated by heavy rain, which contributed to the chaos at the site.Jean Henri Petit, head of civil protection for Haiti's Nord department, confirmed the death toll and warned it could rise.Culture Minister Emmanuel Menard also confirmed the deaths and said rescue teams are searching... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Apr 2026 18:00 LONDON
Hungary votes in pivotal election after 16 years of Orbán rule
Hungarians went to the polls on Sunday, April 11, 2026, in an election that could end Viktor Orbán's 16-year tenure as Prime Minister.The vote has significant implications for Hungary's political future and its relations with the European Union, the United States, and Russia.Voting took place from 06:00 to 19:00 local time, with results expected to be announced later in the evening.Most polls favored opposition candidate Péter Magyar, who formed the grassroots Tisza party after splitting from Orbán's ruling Fidesz party.Orbán addressed several thousand supporters the night before the vote in Budapest's Castle Hill, expressing confidence in a victory that would... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 12 Apr 2026 01:30 LONDON
Hungary's election enters final push amid tight race between Orbán and challenger
On the eve of Hungary's pivotal 2026 parliamentary election, opposition candidate Péter Magyar is intensifying his campaign to end Viktor Orbán's 16-year rule.Magyar called for a decisive two-thirds majority victory, rallying supporters with optimism about change.Large rallies have marked the final campaign days, including a major anti-Fidesz concert in Budapest's Heroes' Square that drew tens of thousands.Orbán, leader of the ruling Fidesz party, trails in most opinion polls but maintains a loyal base.The election has attracted international attention.US Vice-President JD Vance visited Hungary to support Orbán's campaign, and US President Donald Trump pledged to use the full economic might of... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 11 Apr 2026 05:00 LONDON
Woman charged with murdering sister in Camden during violent confrontation
A woman, Nancy Pexton, 69, stands accused of murdering her sister, Jennifer Abbott, during a violent confrontation at Abbott's flat in Camden, north London. The Old Bailey has heard that Pexton allegedly cut her sister's throat and then stole a diamond-encrusted Rolex watch, which Abbott was said to be deeply attached to. The incident reportedly occurred on June 10, with jurors informed that Abbott's body was discovered in her living room bearing a significant neck wound and gaffer tape across her mouth. Prosecutors assert that Pexton isolated Abbott's Corgi dog, Prince, in the bathroom, where he remained without food for... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Apr 2026 14:41 LONDON
Indonesian activists file complaint against Myanmar's president Min Aung Hlaing for alleged international crimes
In a significant legal move, Indonesian activists have filed a complaint targeting Myanmar's newly elected president, Min Aung Hlaing, for alleged international crimes. This action comes in the wake of legal changes in Indonesia that allow for such international cases to be heard in domestic courts. The complaint was submitted just days after Hlaing's election by Myanmar's military-dominated parliament on April 3. The legal documents are notable for naming Yasmin Ullah, a Rohingya survivor, as one of the main complainants, along with ten prominent figures from Indonesia’s human rights community, including former attorney general Marzuki Darusman. The case seeks to... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 09 Apr 2026 12:25 LONDON
Cameroon confirms deaths of 16 soldiers fighting as contractors for Russia in Ukraine war
In a significant acknowledgment of its nationals' involvement in international conflict, Cameroon has confirmed the deaths of 16 soldiers, identified as military contractors, who were killed while fighting for Russia in the ongoing war against Ukraine. This announcement marks the first public recognition by the Cameroonian government of its citizens participating in warfare outside the country, specifically in the context of the Russia-Ukraine war. The confirmation was delivered through a statement by Cameroon’s Foreign Ministry, which was broadcast on state media late on Monday. The ministry has urged families of the deceased soldiers to reach out to officials in Yaoundé,... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Apr 2026 20:21 LONDON
US Vice-President J.D. Vance visits Budapest to support Prime Minister Viktor Orban ahead of upcoming election
US Vice-President J.D. Vance has arrived in Budapest, Hungary, on an imperative mission to bolster Prime Minister Viktor Orban's re-election campaign. Vance's visit comes just days prior to a significant election where Orban faces the most formidable challenge of his tenure, with current polls suggesting his party, Fidesz, is at risk of losing against the centre-right Tisza party led by Peter Magyar. Polling data indicates that Orban's grip on power, which he has maintained since 2010, may be slipping. The independent surveys forecast a narrow margin that may favor Magyar in the upcoming vote scheduled for Sunday. This situation underscores... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Apr 2026 14:17 LONDON
US Vice President JD Vance visits Hungary to support Prime Minister Viktor Orban ahead of April parliamentary election
US Vice President JD Vance has arrived in Hungary to lend his support to Prime Minister Viktor Orban as the country gears up for a crucial parliamentary election. Scheduled for 12 April, this election is being characterized as one of Orban's most challenging in his nearly four-decade political career. Vance is set to speak at a rally with Orban in a Budapest football stadium on Tuesday afternoon, underscoring the significance of the event. Vance's visit is part of a broader strategic alignment between the United States and Hungary, particularly since Orban is an essential ally of the Trump administration in... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 07 Apr 2026 06:13 LONDON
