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Hungarian POW returns from Russia, Fidesz activist shot at, forint’s historic downward spiral — 7 March, 2026
Hungarian prisoner of war returns from Russia, sends strong message to president Zelensky, Fidesz activist claims to have been shot at while collecting signatures: here are today's top stories from Hungary.
New record? Budapest police officers detained man with more than 130 active warrants
At first, the police officers checking the man reportedly wondered whether the system had made a mistake.
Popular bath at Lake Balaton will reopen after almost 5 years of hiatus
One of the best-known wellness facilities on Hungary’s Lake Balaton is preparing to reopen its doors after nearly five years.
Activist of Hungary’s ruling party Fidesz claim to have been shot at during canvassing
A campaign volunteer collecting signatures for a Fidesz parliamentary candidate claims he was shot at while canvassing in Szentendre on Saturday.
Only 30 litres daily? The first petrol station in Hungary to limit customers
A small petrol station in southern Hungary has introduced an unusual restriction, limiting customers to 30 litres of petrol or diesel per vehicle per day, a move that has puzzled drivers and frustrated some local businesses. The filling station, located…
“Death”: Hungarian prisoner of war returns from Russia, sends message to Zelensky
A former prisoner of war recently returned to Hungary from Russia has made a strong statement about president Zelensky during a public event.
Is the forint done for? We haven’t seen a downward spiral like this in years
Oil prices surged dramatically on Friday, and the forint is one of the biggest victims of the market changes.
Moody’s downgrades Budapest again
Moody's has downgrated the credit rating of Budapest, and they had a good reason to.
PM Orbán says Zelensky’s threat targets Hungary, not him personally
Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán has responded to remarks by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, saying the comments were not directed at him personally:
Budapest’s City Park received acclaimed international tourism award!
Budapest’s City Park has received a prestigious international recognition, competing with locations such as Cannes, or even Easter Island.