Top Hungary news: 2026 changes, Huxit?, concerts, 2027 austerity, cigarette, forint, car chased — 2 January, 2026

Featured Hungary news stories:

• The biggest changes in 2026 affecting everyday life in Hungary
• Former Hungarian PM: The Orbán government is planning for a long-term exit from the EU
• Serbia’s president expects deal between Hungary and Russia over oil company
• A brutal concert year awaits Budapest: Here’s who’s coming to the Hungarian capital in 2026

Economy:

• Hungary headed for harsh austerity in 2027 if spending continues, Fiscal Council warns
• Good or bad news? Cigarette prices soar in Hungary: Smokers face steep price hikes as 2026 begins!
• Can the forint repeat its record-breaking 2025 run? Investors beware: April elections could shake the market
• Budapest to pay the price: How Hungary’s 2026 budget plans could further drain local governments

Accidents, police:

• Tragedy: Four killed after car drives into train at rail crossing in Hungary
• Swiss fire tragedy: Hungarian authorities comment on whether Hungarians were involved
• Foreign-plated Mercedes leads police on Christmas morning chase through Budapest –⁠ video

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