#Peter Magyar

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar will hold their first official closed meeting at the EU summit in Brussels.

Following a change of power in Hungary, relations with Ukraine have entered a new phase, though dialogue is hampered by public disputes over oil, the EU, and regional initiatives.

Hungary's new leadership is preparing a criminal case against former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán over the illegal March detention of Ukrainian Oschadbank cash collectors.

The Hungarian Parliament stripped Prime Minister Peter Magyar of his immunity over a mobile phone theft incident in a Budapest nightclub.

In Szolnok, Hungary, an unknown individual attempted to pelt PM Peter Magyar with eggs. The attacker resisted detention and stated he regretted missing.

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Sibiga stated that Orbán's policy of blocking is thriving in Hungary even under the new Prime Minister Magyar. Kyiv is surprised by Budapest's refusal to join the 'Carpathian Eight' and the blocking of energy cooperation.

Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Madyar stated in parliament that he would not allow the construction of Ukrainian oil storage facilities on the country's territory, calling the initiative a threat. Meanwhile, MOL claims the process is only in its initial stage and that the government has not been informed.

On 8 September Hungary expelled 10 staff members of the Russian embassy, citing a violation of the Vienna Convention. Moscow threatened a 'harsh and painful' response, while Budapest assured that diplomatic relations would not be severed.

Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar stated that Ukraine is not ready for EU accession and that the process should proceed on standard terms without accelerated procedures, citing the unfulfilled agreement on the rights of the Hungarian minority.

Péter Magyar's government has enshrined in the instruction for the delegation to the 81st UN General Assembly session that Russia threatens Hungary, Europe, and the international order, condemning the war against Ukraine.

Ukraine's Ambassador to Hungary, Fedir Shandor, told RBK-Ukraine about the sharp drop in political temperature in Budapest after Péter Márki-Zay came to power and progress in the cashiers' case.

🇭🇺 **Hungarian Parliament elects new president** On August 11, 2026, the National Assembly approved the candidacy of former ECHR judge Andras Bak. 🗳 **Voting results:** ✅ 140 votes 'for' (133 were needed) ❌ 6 votes 'against' 📅 **Inauguration:** August 19, 2026. 🏛 **Context:** The nomination was initiated by the 'Tisza' party (P. Magyar). The 'Fidesz' opposition boycotted the election, calling the procedure illegal. Bak was previously removed from the post of head of the Supreme Court, which the ECHR recognized as a violation of rights.

Hungary is shutting down its only NPP for the first time in 40 years due to the drying up of the Danube. 🌡️🇭🇺 Prime Minister Viktor Orbán warned of five critical days with temperatures up to 40 degrees and a possible energy deficit. The crisis affects all of Central Europe: from water restrictions in Budapest to blackouts in Georgia. ⚡️

An energy crisis has been declared in Hungary: due to drought, the Paks Nuclear Power Plant has been shut down for the first time in 44 years. Prime Minister Orbán has warned of possible factory shutdowns and rotational blackouts for the population. 🔌🇭🇺

Hungary has launched an investigation into subsidies for the Chinese automotive giant BYD. The trigger was the appointment of former Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó to a senior position at the company. Experts call this a classic example of «revolving doors» and the lack of a «cooling-off period» for officials. 🇭🇺🚗🚨

Hungarian prosecutors have raided the offices of Fidesz, the party of former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. The party has declared unprecedented pressure from the regime, while Prime Minister Magyar has called for transparency in the investigation. 🔍🇭🇺

Legendary chess player Judit Polgar refused to become the President of Hungary, declining the offer due to the deep division of society. Prime Minister Peter Madjar admitted he rushed the announcement but maintains respect for the athlete. 🏁🇭🇺

A political revolution has taken place in Hungary: President Tamás Sulyok has officially signed a law removing him from power. Behind this stands the Tisza party and Péter Márki-Zay, who are conducting a radical reform, including a ban on Viktor Orbán's return to power. 🇭🇺🗳️