Record turnout in Hungarian elections
Hungary's parliamentary elections have begun with a record voter turnout, with around 7.5 million citizens registered. Since the early hours of the morning, voter turnout has been significantly higher than in previous elections.
By 11:00 a.m., turnout had reached nearly 38%, an unprecedented figure for this stage of the process. Prime Minister Viktor Orbán called it a “victory for democracy.”
On the other hand, the opposition leader, Péter Magyar, stressed that a fair process can bring about political change. The elections are considered crucial for the future of the country. The result is awaited with great interest at home and abroad.
US and Iran fail to reach agreement after marathon talks
The US and Iran failed to reach an agreement after 21 hours of talks in Islamabad, but the direct meeting itself was considered a step forward. The negotiations were held with the mediation of the Pakistani side and were described as historic.
US Vice President JD Vance called the discussions "substantial" but accused Iran of rejecting the proposed terms. He added that he was in constant contact with President Donald Trump.
The failure of the agreement leaves the fragile two-week ceasefire in limbo. However, the direct dialogue is seen as a positive development. Tensions between the two countries remain high.
Artemis II mission ends successfully
The Artemis II astronauts successfully completed the first human trip around the Moon in more than 50 years. They returned to Earth with a spectacular splashdown in the Pacific Ocean near San Diego.
During the mission, the crew saw previously unknown parts of the far side of the Moon and experienced a total solar eclipse. The mission is considered a key step towards returning humanity to the Moon.
The four astronauts safely emerged from the capsule, marking a major success for NASA. The program aims for a lunar landing within the next two years. The ultimate goal is to build a permanent lunar base within a decade.
Prisoner exchange between Russia and Ukraine ahead of ceasefire
Russia and Ukraine have exchanged 175 prisoners of war, just before a temporary ceasefire for Orthodox Easter came into effect. The deal was brokered by the United Arab Emirates.
However, tensions remain high, as both sides carried out drone attacks overnight. According to Ukrainian authorities, Russia launched over 160 drones, causing casualties and injuries.
Various areas, including Odessa, were hit hard. Russia also reported damage from the attacks. Despite the exchange, the situation remains fragile and uncertain.
