Russian operatives in Budapest, Ukrainians detained and expelled, possible sanctions from Kyiv — 6 March, 2026

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Fears of Kremlin election meddling, escalating Hungary-Ukraine tensions and major developments in travel and aviation: here are today’s top stories from Hungary.
Today’s top news:
- Report: Kremlin-linked operatives already in Budapest to influence Hungarian elections
- Earlier article: Putin will intervene in Hungary’s elections, meddlers coming to support Orbán, intelligence sources claim
Hungary-Ukraine tensions:
- Ukrainian bank staff detained in Hungary: Kyiv alleges “hostage-taking”, Budapest launches money-laundering probe
- BREAKING: Hungary to expel seven Ukrainian cash couriers, Kyiv warns of possible sanctions – UPDATE: video
- Péter Magyar: No one – neither Ukraine nor Russia – can blackmail sovereign Hungary
Travel:
- Fuel prices soar uncontrollably in Hungary: how do our prices compare to those in the region?
- Hungarian company to provide onboard catering on American Airlines’ Budapest route!
- Here’s when Wizz Air could return to full capacity, according to CEO Váradi
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