Top Hungary news: Orbán meets the Pope, fuel prices soar, tragic accident in Budapest, Russian energy reliance — 27 October 2025

U.S. Steps Up Pressure on Hungary to Cut Off Russian Oil

The U.S. is increasing pressure on Hungary to cut off its reliance on Russian oil imports and vows to work with Hungarian authorities and neighboring countries to help Budapest wean off Russian supply, a senior U.S. diplomat says. Matthew...

FM Szijjártó: New US Sanctions on Russia Don’t Affect Hungary Yet

At a joint press conference with his Israeli counterpart, Gideon Saar, on Monday, 27 October, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Péter Szijjártó of Hungary responded to a recent statement by US Ambassador to NATO Matt Whitaker, according to a...

Hungary taking no measures to refuse from Russian oil, gas — US diplomat

NEW YORK, October 26. /TASS/. Hungary is doing nothing to refuse from Russian oil and gas, US Permanent Representative to NATO Matthew Whitaker said. "Our expectation is that countries like Hungary, Turkey, and Slovakia that continue to buy...

Most Successful Australian Pop Band of All Time to Play in Budapest Next Spring

5 Seconds of Summer will be performing in Hungary as part of their European tour next spring. The world-famous Australian pop group will perform at the MVM Dome on April 24, 2026, with their upcoming album "Everyone's a Star!". The band became the...

Hungary cannot refuse from Russian oil — top diplomat

NEW YORK, October 26. /TASS/. Hungary is realistic about energy supplies problems and cannot refuse from Russian oil, Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto said. "Unfortunately, when it comes to the reality, we cannot get rid of the Russian...

Lavrov claims Russia didn’t breach Budapest memorandum, portrays it as only pledge against nuclear use

Photo: Reuters Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov claimed Russia did not violate the Budapest Memorandum, distorting its content. The 1994 document committed Moscow to respect Ukraine's sovereignty and borders, but those guarantees were...

Gáspár Bálint, Managing Director of Vitéz Kürtös (Company Behind Chimney Cake Festival in Budapest)

He was born in 1976 in Székelyudvarhely (Odorheiu Secuiesc) in Transylvania, and he studied fine mechanical engineering at the Technical University of Cluj-Napoca, graduating in 1999. He comes from a family with deep roots in the making of...

Best of Hungarian Textile Art on Show at Budapest's Pesti Vigadó

Select pieces of outstanding Hungarian textile art will be on display at the exhibition titled "Limit of Tolerance" opening on October 28 at the Pesti Vigadó, where visitors can view 130 works. Following Szombathely, the most outstanding Hungarian...

Witness a Celtic Halloween Celebration in Budapest at Aquincum Museum

Samhain, or the Celtic Halloween festival, will be held at the Aquincum Museum on October 31st from the afternoon until late evening, where Celtic tales, craft workshops, a fire duel and a costume contest await those interested. Eastern Celtic...

Hungary Scrambles To 'Circumvent' US Sanctions On Russian Oil Majors

Via The Cradle Hungary is seeking to circumvent new US sanctions on Russian oil companies in an effort to avoid disruptions to the country's energy supplies, Prime Minister Viktor Orban said on Friday. In press statements, Orban emphasized that...

Budapest Airport launches winter schedule with 7 new destinations and more flights than ever before!

This winter season marks another milestone for Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (Budapest Airport), as the hub introduces its new winter schedule featuring a record 8.9 million available seats and 182 destinations — representing a 12.5%...

Kremlin Stays Confident of Budapest Summit, Says Deal with Ukraine ‘Quite Close’

Moscow sent positive signals over the weekend regarding the likelihood of a peace summit in Budapest between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, following Washington’s decision last week to sanction two of Russia’s...

Hungary – From a Nation of Heroes to a Symbol of Capitulation

Hungary, once a nation of heroes in 1956, today stands as a symbol of silent capitulation. Europe, however, must be the exact opposite – a symbol of resistance, consistency, and moral courage. Today, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán no longer...

FM accuses PA of continuing payments to terrorists during Budapest visit

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar accused the Palestinian Authority (PA) of continuing to pay salaries to terrorists and their families, despite repeated international promises to halt the practice. Saar made the remarks following meetings with...

FM Szijjártó: US sanctions pose no immediate threat to Hungary's energy supply

Péter Szijjártó, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade, said the newly announced US sanctions on Russia’s energy sector have not yet taken effect and currently pose no disruption to Hungary’s energy supply. Speaking in Budapest on Monday alongside...

Cambodians in Hungary Praise Prime Minister Hun Manet’s Peaceful Resolution of Border Dispute with Thailand

AKP Phnom Penh, October 27, 2025 -- Cambodian students and nationals residing in Hungary have voiced strong approval and delight over Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet’s successful diplomatic efforts, which culminated in a...

Belarusian FM: FMs of Russia, Hungary, North Korea to Participate in Security Conference in Minsk

Belarusian FM: FMs of Russia, Hungary, North Korea to Participate in Security Conference in Minsk Minsk – Saba The Belarusian Foreign Ministry announced on Monday that the foreign ministers of Russia, Hungary, and North Korea will participate in...

US Boosts Pressure on Hungary to Stop Russian Oil Imports

“Hungary, unlike many of their neighbors, has not made any plans or made any active steps,” Whitaker told Fox News. “So we’re going to continue to work with them and we’re going to work with their neighbors like Croatia, and other countries that...

US expects Hungary to stop buying Russian oil and gas; Orban to meet Trump to discuss sanctions

Editor's note: The story was updated with additional details. Washington expects Hungary, Slovakia, and Turkey to develop a plan for weaning themselves off Russian energy imports, U.S. Ambassador to NATO Matt Whitaker said in an interview with Fox...