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Before special summit: harsh tones in dispute with Hungary

The scenario is preoccupying Brussels shortly before the special summit on Thursday: Could its colleagues cause economic hardship for Hungary's Prime Minister Orbán if he continues to block support for Ukraine? A corresponding document from the Council is causing a stir.

By Till Hoppe

Ursula von der Leyen, Viktor Orbán

Parliament threatens legal action over EU funds for Hungary

The European Parliament is threatening to take Commission President von der Leyen to the ECJ in the dispute over €10.2 billion in EU funds for Hungary, which the Commission has given the "green light" to disburse. A resolution to this effect will be voted on Thursday. The Liberals are even considering a vote of no confidence.

By Eric Bonse