Massive crowds and an unprecedented election atmosphere: How Fidesz and the Tisza Party commemorated 23 October in Budapest

Budapest filled with crowds and political messages on 23 October: Fidesz’s Peace March and the Tisza Party’s National March both commemorated the heroes of 1956, each in their own way. Fighter jets, massive rallies, and strong words from Viktor Orbán and Péter Magyar set an unprecedented pre-election atmosphere in the capital.
Austrian hospitality? Hungarian football fans stopped at border without explanation

A serious issue arose on Thursday when Austrian authorities refused entry to a special train carrying Ferencváros supporters.
Human error may have caused the fire at MOL’s biggest Hungarian refinery

A fire broke out on Monday evening at MOL’s oil refinery in Százhalombatta, which was brought under control by Tuesday with the help of nearly one hundred firefighters.
Expect major traffic disruptions in Budapest during national holiday events

Expect difficulties in Budapest traffic for a few days. Here are the details.
Fuel supply disruption at Budapest Airport: could flights be affected?

Due to the competitive price of fuel available at Budapest Airport, several airlines are over-fueling their aircraft in Budapest: this practice must now be stopped for the time being.
National flag of Hungary raised marking anniversary the Revolution of 1956

Hungary commemorated the 69th anniversary of the 1956 Revolution and War of Independence on Thursday morning with a solemn flag-raising ceremony held in front of the Parliament Building on Kossuth Lajos Square in Budapest.
Why the West refused to help Hungary during the Hungarian Revolution of 1956

The Hungarian Revolution of 1956 stands as one of the most heroic yet tragic chapters in the nation’s history. To this day, many still ask: why did the West not intervene? Why didn’t the United States or Britain come to Hungary’s aid?
Would you move to this Hungarian town? You’ll have to dig deep — newcomers must pay to settle in!

Would you pay extra just for the right to move in? 🏡
How could Vladimir Putin come to Budapest with all the sanctions and arrest warrants?

Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin have reportedly agreed to meet soon, with Budapest mentioned as a potential venue. But the Russian president is wanted by the International Criminal Court, which Hungary is a member of. How would this meeting work then?
Budapest to see unprecedented security measures during Trump and Putin summit

Budapest is preparing for an unprecedented security operation as Presidents Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin meet in the city within the next two weeks:





