Latest Hungary News – must read

• Putin and Trump make surprise dash to Hungary, with Zelensky hot on their heels – what on earth is brewing?April 1, 2026
  Following last year’s encounter between Trump and Putin, whispers emerged at year’s end of a possible summit in Budapest. #budapest #trump #putin #zelensky
• People are flocking to Budapest on 11 April: searches for available flights skyrocketApril 1, 2026
  Christmas saw the last similar surge in flight searches to Budapest. Hungary’s general elections are set for 12 April. #budapest #budapestairport #electionday
• Renewed bath opened in town near Lake BalatonApril 1, 2026
  Completely renewed bath in charming Hungarian town and Lake Balaton tourist hotspot reopens after years of development.
• Latest poll shows Péter Magyar could have 900,000 more voters – what this means for OrbánApril 1, 2026
  There is a strong chance that the illiberal PM Orbán will lose his seat soon. #viktororban #petermagyar #poll #elections
• Szijjártó-Lavrov leaked phone call: EU, NATO leaders shocked by deferential tone, “bizarre” relationshipApril 1, 2026
  EU and NATO leaders spoke yesterday about FM Szijjártó’s leaked phone call with Lavrov, shocked by the deferential tone. #poland #ireland #nato #eu #szijjarto #lavrov #russia
• Budapest Airport express shuttle to run more frequently from todayApril 1, 2026
  Good news for travellers: the popular Budapest Airport express shuttle 100E will run more frequently from today. #budapestairport #budapest #100e
• Cornerstone laid for Frontiers Campus in Budapest, a world-class research centreApril 1, 2026
  A world-class research centre is being established in Hungary through the Frontiers Foundation, initiated by Nobel laureate Ferenc Krausz, with the national government providing the necessary support, Prime Minister Viktor Orban announced at the cornerstone ceremony for the Frontiers Campus in Budapest on Tuesday. Excellent educators and abundant Hungarian talent Orbán stressed that Krausz’s long-standing argument — that despite strong… Read more: Cornerstone laid for Frontiers Campus in Budapest, a world-class research centre
• Top Hungary news: FM Szijjártó-Lavrov leaked phone call, Trump and Orbán, Budapest’s new urban centre, guest workers – 31 March, 2026March 31, 2026
  Leaked phone call, guest workers, Budapest’s new urban centre, and the April elections. #hungarynews
• From Indonesia to Hungary: celebrating Ramadan and Eid far from homeMarch 31, 2026
  Far from Indonesia’s large family gatherings and vibrant Ramadan traditions, Indonesians in Hungary mark the holy month and Eid al-Fitr in a quieter but deeply meaningful way, strengthened by community, faith, and shared moments.
• Reuters: Trump fears backing potential loser Orbán; Fidesz eyes coalition with Huxit-supporting Mi HazánkMarch 31, 2026
  Trump may view Orbán as a potential loser and thus hesitate to invest more than Truth Social posts in his campaign. #trump #orbán #election

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