Hungary heads to the polls in a high-stakes election after 16 years of Viktor Orban’s rule. The Kyiv Independent is on the ground in Budapest, where concerns over foreign interference and democratic standards loom over a tightly contested vote.

Russia struck Kyiv with Shahed drones in the afternoon of April 28, sending smoke rising over the city. The attack began around 2 p.m. and lasted nearly an hour. Video: The Kyiv Independent.

his video shows Hungarians celebrating in central Budapest after the election results on April 12.

To help protect journalists reporting from Ukraine’s front lines, we launched the 'No News is Bad News' collection ahead of Press Freedom Day on May 3.

Kyiv Independent reporter Francis Farrell shows the growing “kill zone” in Donetsk Oblast, where fields and roads are covered with fiber-optic cables from drones increasingly used by both sides in the war.

Our reporting reaches people around the world every day — but it’s only possible because of those who choose to support it. Our community has grown to over 29,000 members across the globe, helping us continue independent, on-the-ground journalism from Ukraine.

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A Russian drone targeted a residential district in Kharkiv on April 6, striking the top floor of an apartment block. Video: Kharkiv Mayor Ihor Terehov / Telegram.

"Ain't nothing y'all can say to make me not want street meat!" 🍗 Chuck is standing on business for street meat 😂

@ KevinHincksCS : "The federal government is down 348,000 jobs. That's an 11.5% cut in the federal workforce. Despite that, jobs are gaining. It's ALL PRIVATE SECTOR. It's quite amazing, actually." The federal government is the smallest it's been since 1966. TRUMP EFFECT! 🔥 ht RapidResponse47

Just now — @RepJeffries and the Congressional Black Caucus joined the call for athletes to boycott schools in states where Republicans are racially gerrymandering (like Tennessee) to strip Black folks of representation

A strong student-teacher relationship is key. When students feel safe, valued, and comfortable, learning thrives. Show genuine interest in their needs and what they find fun. Be yourself, build connections first, then focus on lessons. #TeacherTips #ClassroomManagement #StudentEngagement #Education…

Fridays taste like chocolate and feel like a cool breeze on a summer day.

Disclaimer... this isn't MrS! Unfortunately 😂 I had fun with another hogsack guy. He wanted to try my belt on with screw spikes & plastic spikes disk! I forgot to mention that the deep heat was a compulsory add-on! 🙄 I really don't know what's all the heavy breathing is about! 🤭

Last night in Belgrade, Russo-Serbian GONGO organizations held a protest using the symbol of the student movement and the regime — the “No Surrender of Kosovo” flag. 🇷🇺/🇷🇸 GONGO structures + student protest symbolism + “not the time for EU flags” = a political field tailored for Aleksandar Vučić. 👇

The corruption from the Trump Administration is sick. He’s negotiating against himself right now for $10 billion settlement. And it doesn’t stop there. They are out for themselves and the Trump family — not the American people. And the cuts from HR 1 prove it!

The overpass activists trek to the Route 4 overpass in NJ every week as part of the ‘rush-hour resistance’. Within hours of an ICE agent killing Renee Good ＆ a 2nd ICE shooting in Minneapolis, they were already mobilizing. We must stand up — not escalate. #ChoosePeaceNotChaos

Kevin Odom: "Elated, ecstatic, content, peace..." Giving his kidney was about living for one another 💪 #Resilience #LiveDonor #MentalHealthMatters #OrganDonation Reply with your thoughts on giving Watch the full video: youtu.be/o6ENPCes0fc...

Snakey is quite active. He likes to come downstairs & eat breakfast, he’ll spend time outside, smelling flowers and playing in the grass, after which it’s chore time. Snakey enjoys reading non-fiction then it’s off for a bath, a snack and bedtime. Sweet dreams. #childrenscontent #childrensstories

If you need something to lift the mood please enjoy 50 seconds of my dog Hank. He knows Sundays are beach days. The cloud of dust. The head butt at the end. The land speed record broken! Have a lovely Sunday ❤️

53 years ago, a Supreme Court decision protected reproductive freedom and ensured everyone access to safe healthcare. Although Roe v. Wade has been overturned, our belief remains the same. Everyone should have the right and the autonomy to make decisions about their body. The fight will continue.

🌡️📈 Warmer temperatures are expected across all of central Pennsylvania tomorrow with a warming trend continuing through the weekend. Well-above average temperatures continue through Wednesday across the entire region. #PAwx

It's Destiny 2. #Destiny2 #Destiny2PvP #Destiny2PvE #Democrat #Gamer #Meidastiuch @TheDemocrats @meidastouch.com (I just like The Song, You don't understand what his say...... Ur to Young.)

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Kids waving to us 😄

Nazi’s.

🔥💥 This morning, UAVs attacked Russian convoy near Berdyansk.

The Lost Cause was a coordinated campaign. It rewrote textbooks, built 2,000+ monuments, and shaped films coming out of Hollywood. Ann Bausum has spent a long time tracing it back to its source. She joins us this week to shine a light for us. (2/3)

Gentlemen keep an eye on your balls, the Taça de Portugal semi final second leg awaits and if you thought the Germans had a bad reputation for moving your towels... FC Porto v Sporting CP Team news, Match preview & opinion 👇 outsideofthepride.blogspot.com/2026/04/fc-p... #FCPSCP #DiaDeSporting

Aston Villa Then 📉 🎠 4 Mangers in 1 Season 💨 Easy Away Day 😟 Relegation Aston Villa Now 📈 🐐 Unai Emery 🏰 Fortress Villa Park ✈️ European Football #AVFC

“Bring Me To Life” like New Orleans Jazz (or Main Street USA) is like a peppy morning wake up call? #

Hantavirus in semen ≠ STI

Reaaally bad (my hand tremors were hella bad at that point, I’d been sculpting tiny braid bits for hours) video of the (pretty decent maybe?) work I got done on transforming the BTS boys into HUNTR/X last night, but shows all 3! Gotta wait for them to dry out before I can do more. #KPopDemonHunters

Concerns are growing over a new ICE office in Irvine. Rep. Dave Min and local leaders are questioning how the space will be used and what safeguards will be in place. They’re calling for more transparency from the federal government.

HOW ON EARTH DID THIS STAY OUT? It somehow stays 1-0 despite Yeremy Pino's free kick hitting both uprights 🤯

HenryWar.rm By "(c)2005" Apr 2005 Archived Media File 📀 🔊 #dccsa #2005

Hailey Van Lith and Raegan Beers both go for the block #WNBA

"Even in the depths of winter, the light of faith and love shines bright. Let this be our prayer and affirmation today: that no matter the darkness we face, God's light will never be overcome. 🌟✨ #HopeInDarkness #John1v5 #FaithJourney"

@raiseupthesouth.bsky.social ICE is tearing families apart in Chicago, across the country, and right here in Durham. People are being pulled from their homes and workplaces. No one should live in fear. That's why we refuse to tolerate anything that resembles ICE #OrganizeTheSouth #UnionsForAll

Heute gibt's wieder Cute & Salty! 🤪 Vaal_Emrys und ich freuen uns schon auf euch! 🥰 Aber was ist das?! Wir sind heute zu dritt! Takiyasha ist heute auch mit am Start! 👀✨️ 😈 twitch.tv/NinTacchi 👿 #GERVtuber #Vtuber #twitch #streamergirl #gaming #talk #zelda #linksawakening #nintendo

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🎙️ Why should the UK do policy differently? Last week, we hosted Policy Live, our one-day conference on how to do policy differently, featuring politicians, policy experts, business leaders, and changemakers. 🎥 Watch back a selection of sessions online ➡️ https://bit.ly/4mnXroJ

In de Volkskrant stond dit weekend een analyse over wat de asielprotesten zeggen over de normalisering van extreemrechts. Welke strategie schuilt er achter deze demonstraties? Hoofdredacteur Pieter Klok van de Volkskrant reageert:

The global energy crisis will enable oil and gas companies to make huge profits, which we won’t benefit from because our main fossil fuel tax, the PRRT, is so poorly designed.

"We live in a sick care system and not a health care system - and that's the problem." At Global Conference 2026, our "Breakthroughs Reshaping Aging and Longevity" panelists provided their expertise. Watch the replay: milkeninstitute.org/content-hub/... #MIGlobal #GlobalConference

This post is snarky and immature and an my exact reaction every time a see a member of the tRump administration. #Ewww #Ick Repost @thetonymichaels.bsky.social

Apple Mandatory Age Checks and Digital ID 📱 Apple is turning your iPhone into a digital ID tool. New API updates in 2026 will mandate age sharing for app access in multiple countries and US states. #Apple #Privacy #TechPolicy Read the article and see our sources: s.vp.net/l2IUt

Prohibition has never been the Wisconsin way, and it’s never worked. It’s time for Wisconsin to legalize marijuana.

🎨V-Highlight 🎨 @kuwagotheowl.bsky.social  is honestly such a talented artist and I get so excited seeing all her commissions and definitely don't get starstruck when she raids me teehee!  #MilkClubMedia || #VHighlight

Welcome to Siber Sunday! 😻 He can’t get enough of the mesmerizing head massage. 🙀 #siberians #siberiancats #cat #cats #caturday #catsky #catsonsky #catsonbluesky #caturdaysky #catInbluesky #furbabies #pets #petsky #catpics #cutepets #floof #kitty #meow #petsofbluesky

DOJ Announces Federal Indictment Of Family That Attacked TPUSA Reporter Campus Reform correspondent Sidney Jones recaps a federal indictment unsealed by the U.S. Department of Justice against a family that was involved in the recent attack on TPUSA reporter Savanah Hernandez.

CARTE. En annonçant que le détroit d'Ormuz est miné, les Gardiens de la révolution islamique font bondir le cours des assurances de transport et entendent dissuader les navires commerciaux de traverser le détroit d'Ormuz, que Donald Trump souhaite bloquer à son tour ⬇️.

Doesn't get any better #friend #girl #video #shorts

Of course I work for the Kremlin! Who else would I be working with, the CIA?

Treat yourself! Make it a Podcast Friday with the Women Road Warriors empowerment talk show podcast wherever you listen to podcasts or @ www.womenroadwarriors.com #CasualFriday #PodcastFriday #Podcast #Women

Rubio: Cuba has always supported terrorism For daily global news videos, please visit Ranked.News/videos

Feel like a five star michelin chef when you wield the katana 🤺👩‍🍳

Cristopher Sánchez's scoreless inning streak ends at 50.2 innings. No. 5 all-time in MLB history. How it sounded on Padres TV 1/2

Ukraine gave up nuclear weapons. Rubio’s list still left Ukraine out. ㅤ Keating reminded Rubio that Ukraine once held the world’s third-largest nuclear arsenal and gave it up under the Budapest Memorandum. ㅤ The legal word was “assurances.” The moral word was promise.