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Breaking: Hungary raises terror threat level after Iran war escalation
Hungary has raised its national terror threat alert by one level following the outbreak of war in Iran, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán announced on Saturday evening.
In a brief statement posted on social media, the prime minister wrote: “War in Iran! In Hungary, we have raised the terror threat preparedness level by one degree.” No immediate details were provided about the specific measures involved, but the government said further information would follow.
Defence Council reviews risks
Earlier in the day, the government’s Defence Council convened to assess the rapidly evolving security situation and determine the “exact level of danger” posed to Hungary.
Officials have not disclosed what additional steps may accompany the higher alert status, though such measures typically include increased surveillance, tighter security around strategic sites and closer monitoring of potential risks.
Orbán linked the decision directly to the conflict in Iran, describing the situation as unpredictable and potentially dangerous for Europe as a whole.
Energy security in focus
Beyond security concerns, the prime minister highlighted the economic implications of the conflict, especially rising global energy prices. He warned that Iran, as one of the world’s major oil producers, plays a key role in global supply, meaning the war could trigger significant price increases.
Orbán said Hungary’s energy infrastructure required special protection under the circumstances. He noted that the refinery in Százhalombatta is currently being guarded by a special military unit to safeguard supplies.
Government communication has also stressed the importance of maintaining stable oil imports, arguing that any disruption could pose risks to the country’s energy security.
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Regional escalation
The Hungarian move comes amid an escalation in the Middle East: Israel and the United States carried out strikes on Iranian targets, while Tehran responded with missile attacks.
More details expected
For now, Hungarian authorities have not specified how long the elevated terror threat level will remain in place or what concrete changes the public may notice. The government has promised further updates once the Defence Council finalises its assessment.
US military strikes in Iran have zero to do with Hungary. If something happened in Mongolia he would raise the “terror threat level” to keep hysteria going in the country while he proclaims that only he can protect the Hungarian sheep.