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Airbus bribery case: Chandrasena granted bail, overseas travel ban ...
Latest News Peter Magyar sworn in as Hungary’s PM, ending Orban’s 16 years in power Published 4 hours agoon 2026/05/9 Hungary's incoming Prime Minister Peter Magyar delivers a speech during his swearing-in ceremony at the Hungarian parliament in Budapest on May 9, 2026 [Aljazeera] Peter Magyar has been sworn in as Hungary’s new prime minister, almost a month after parliamentary elections that ended Viktor Orban’s 16 years in power. Magyar, 45, who leads the centre-right Tisza party, was propelled into office on promises of change after years of economic stagnation under Orban, and strained ties with key allies, including the European Union. On Saturday, Magyar invited Hungarians to “step through the gate of regime change”. His party has a huge parliamentary majority, winning 141 of the 199 seats. However, Magyar faces several challenges in his new role, including restoring Budapest’s relations with the EU, reviving the economy and tackling a budget deficit that reached almost three-quarters of its full-year target by April. A ceremony was held inside Hungary’s neo-Gothic parliament building as Magyar was sworn in. The EU flag, removed under Orban, was displayed inside the chamber for the first time in 12 years. The newly appointed parliamentary speaker, Agnes Forsthoffer, used her first decision in office to order the flag’s reinstatement, describing the move as “the first symbolic step on this path [back to Europe]”. The new prime minister aims to strike a deal with the EU that would unlock around $20bn in frozen funding. The money was withheld over concerns about worsening human rights under Orban and a decline in the rule of law. During Orban’s tenure, Hungary drifted further away from the EU as ties with Moscow deepened. The former prime minister used his veto in the European Council to oppose sanctions on Russia and block support for Ukraine. Theofanis Exadaktylos, a professor of European politics at the University of Surrey, told Al Jazeera that Magyar will need to prove he is different from Orban while dealing with the bureaucracy left behind by his predecessor. “The challenges for the new PM are primarily related to the extensive presence of the previous regime. Orban was in power for such a long time and he has managed to change Hungary substantially from an administrative point of view. To that end, uprooting the previous establishment will be a challenge,” he said. “The second [challenge] will be to establish himself as different to the previo...
Airbus Probe Deepens Amidst Ex-CEO's Death; Vietnam ... - list.lk
The PulseIn 30 SecondsEx-SriLankan CEO found dead amid Airbus probe.Vietnamese President concludes state visit, MoUs signed.Mahinda Rajapaksa summoned by CIABOC for Airbus deal.18% electricity tariff hike for high-use domestic users.Heavy rain, thunderstorms expected across Sri Lanka.The Bigger PictureThe political landscape is dominated by the unfolding Airbus deal investigation, with the tragic death of former SriLankan Airlines CEO Kapila Chandrasena and former President Mahinda Rajapaksa being summoned by CIABOC . This comes as Sri Lanka also navigates international diplomacy, hosting Vietnamese President Tô Lâm for a state visit that strengthened bilateral ties and trade . Economically, citizens face an 18% electricity tariff hike for high-consumption users , while the government grapples with overpayments in the Aswesuma welfare scheme and an ongoing crackdown on drug trafficking, including the defrocking of monks .Politics11 storiesFormer SriLankan Airlines CEO Kapila Chandrasena was found dead, suspected suicide, amidst a bribery probe related to a 2013 Airbus deal. The Colombo Crimes Division is investigating, and a five-member judicial medical board will conduct a post-mortemRead more. Vietnamese President Tô Lâm concluded his state visit to Sri Lanka, engaging in bilateral discussions with President Dissanayake and PM Amarasuriya. The visit included an address to Parliament and the exchange of MoUsRead more. The Sri Lanka–Vietnam Trade, Investment and Tourism Cooperation Forum was held, coinciding with President Tô Lâm's visit, and saw the official launch of direct flights between Colombo and Ho Chi Minh CityRead more. CIABOC has summoned former President Mahinda Rajapaksa to provide a statement on May 12th regarding the Airbus deal, though his spokesperson denies receipt of the summons. Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa criticized the 18% electricity tariff increase as a burden and questioned the transparency of fuel procurement, also highlighting the government's failure to pay Rs. 10 billion owed to renewable energy ownersRead more. The Free Lawyers organization reported that nearly Rs. 500 million was overpaid to 49,759 Aswesuma beneficiaries due to double payments, with funds yet to be recoveredRead more. President Anura Kumara Dissanayake ordered expedited action on public drinking water projects, emphasizing the need to address shortages and align plans with public needsRead more. Kurunegala Deputy Mayor Ashardeen Moinudeen was remanded ...
SriLankan Airlines: Ex-CEO found dead after bail in Airbus bribery case
The incumbent National People's Power (NPP) government, led by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, in the run-up to the 2024 elections, pledged to clean public life by prosecuting the highest in ...
Former President Faces Bribery Probe: Sri Lanka's Anti-Corruption Drive ...
Sri Lanka's anti-graft agency is set to question former President Mahinda Rajapaksa regarding bribery transactions linked to aircraft purchases. Former airline CEO Kapila Chandrasena admitted to bribing Rajapaksa during his presidency. The investigation resurged under new anti-corruption laws as the government aims to uphold public integrity.
