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So although the benefits to Hungary of Orban’s pro-Russian stance are highly questionable, all of the above indicates it is unlikely that Hungary’s stance on Russia will move any closer to that of its increasingly frustrated Western allies.

And quite apart from the usual criticism from EU institutions and the United States about rule of law issues that have already cemented Hungary’s image as the EU’s problem child, the Hungarian government’s stance on Russia is costing it its most important ally: the Polish Law and Justice (PiS) government.

Deteriorating relations in Visegrad Group

According to Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki, the paths of the two countries have diverged. Even Orban is now talking about saving cooperation for after the war.

Hungary’s other two Visegrad allies, Slovakia and the Czech Republic, were already turning away from the Hungarian government before the war; the latter’s pro-Russian stance has only served to exacerbate their differences.

Source: The cost of Orban′s pro-Russian policy offers nothing to win but much to lose | Europe | News and current affairs from around the continent | DW | 18.08.2022

The World Health Organization (WHO) on Friday said two existing treatments significantly reduced deaths from the Ebola virus, which has killed thousands in Africa and elsewhere.

The organization recommended that the treatments be given to people of all ages. It said that this had “revolutionized” the treatment of the often-fatal disease.

What does the WHO recommend for Ebola treatment?

The WHO has recommended the use of two monoclonal antibodies, Ebanga (mAb114) and Inmazeb (REGN-EB3).

Janet Diaz, head of the WHO Health Emergencies Programme’s clinical management unit, said studies showed that the two treatments significantly reduced mortality.

She said the use of the new drugs could save 230-400 lives for every 1,000 infections, depending on the standard of care.

The organization said the two treatments were appropriate for older people, pregnant and breastfeeding people, children and newborns.

“Patients should receive recommended neutralizing monoclonal antibodies as soon as possible after laboratory confirmation of diagnosis,” the UN health agency said in a statement.

Source: WHO recommends new Ebola treatments | News | DW | 19.08.2022

Source: Monkeypox: EU approves plan to stretch vaccine supply | News | DW | 19.08.2022