Fresh allegations involving Russian intelligence activity in Budapest have shaken Hungarian politics, as reports suggest the new government could soon receive a list of undercover operatives. Meanwhile, PM Péter Magyar escalated tensions with fresh accusations against former officials and Hungary’s judiciary, while major travel news could make European train journeys far simpler.

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Hungary Weekly Briefing: The Magyar era begins, emergency rule ends – 16 May 2026 by The Hungary Insider

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