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.

Today’s top news:

• Is the forint done for? We haven’t seen a downward spiral like this in years

Crime:

• Unacceptable: Hungarian deputy mayor resigns after severely beating woman at festival
• Activist of Hungary’s ruling party Fidesz claim to have been shot at during canvassing

Politics:

• Iran threatens Europe as NATO intercepts missile near Turkish airspace
• “Death”: Hungarian prisoner of war returns from Russia, sends message to Zelensky

Travel:

• Wizz Air’s subsidiary receives approval to operate flights to the USA

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