Pro-government crowds at Kossuth Square in front of Parliament   One of the largest peace marches in history preceded Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s speech on Sunday at Kossuth Lajos Square during the March 15 ceremony marking the 178th anniversary of the 1848–49 Revolution and War of Independence. The Prime Minister stated: “We must renew the […] The post Viktor Orbán Vows to Keep Hungary an “Island of Security and Calm” at Massive “Peace March” appeared first on Hungary Today.

The ice cream season kicks off on March 15 in the Lake Balaton region: artisanal ice cream shops will open their doors, many of them decorated with red, white, and green. According to Tamás Fekete, President of the Balaton Tourism Association, these creative initiatives not only enhance the festive atmosphere but also attract visitors to […] The post Ice Cream Season at Lake Balaton Kicks Off March 15 with Tricolor Treats appeared first on Hungary Today.

On March 28, the Citadel, one of Budapest’s most famous landmarks, will officially reopen after undergoing extensive renovations. Located atop Gellért Hill, the fortress walls enclose a public park, observation decks, and a unique historical exhibition, all of which are open to visitors free of charge. The aim of the renovation was to transform the […] The post Famous Landmark in Budapest Reopens Soon appeared first on Hungary Today.

A change in the system would also mean a change in national policy, the Prime Minister emphasized on Thursday in parliament at the Forum of Hungarian Representatives of the Carpathian Basin (KMKF). Viktor Orbán began his speech to representatives of Hungarian minorities abroad with the words: it is understandable that everyone is interested in the […] The post Viktor Orbán Urges Hungarians Abroad to Consider the Importance of Upcoming Elections appeared first on Hungary Today.

Smoke from an explosion near the airport of the city of Erbil in northern Iraq late in the evening of March 11, 2026 A rocket struck an Italian military base in Erbil, the capital of Iraqi Kurdistan, during the night, the Italian Ministry of Defense confirmed on Thursday. No casualties were reported. Hungarian soldiers are […] The post Iranian Strike Hits Iraqi Base Hosting Hungarian Troops appeared first on Hungary Today.

Ten years ago, on March 18, 2016, Harruckern-Wenckheim-Almásy Castle in Gyula (southeastern Hungary), which had never been accessible before and had been renovated at a cost of EUR 6.43 million, was opened. To mark the anniversary, the institution is announcing a year-long series of events. Mayor Ernő Görgényi recalled that when he was elected in […] The post Almásy Castle Celebrates The Anniversary of Its Opening With Programs for Young and Old appeared first on Hungary Today.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and EP Pesident Roberta Metsola   The importance of European Union enlargement is emphasized in a report recently adopted by the European Parliament, which states that, given the current geopolitical situation, the accession of candidate countries would strengthen the EU’s security and have a positive effect on the economy. At the […] The post EP Enlargement Report Pushes Membership for Globalist Allies in Ukraine and Moldova appeared first on Hungary T...

Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó said Ukraine is sabotaging not only oil transport but also gas pipelines, warning that the attacks could have a direct impact on Hungary’s energy security. As reported by Reuters, several Gazprom facilities in southern Russia, including the Russkaya pumping station, were attacked from the air on Wednesday. From here, Russian natural […] The post Attacks on TurkStream Pipeline Could “Directly Impact” Our Energy Security appeared first on Hungary Today.

Four new Gripen fighter jets will arrive at the Kecskemét air base (central Hungary) by the end of June, announced Tamás Vargha, Parliamentary State Secretary of the Ministry of Defense, on Wednesday following his negotiations in Stockholm. The state secretary said that on Wednesday he held talks with the political director of the Swedish Ministry […] The post Defense Forces’ Fleet to Grow with Four New Gripen Fighter Jets appeared first on Hungary Today.

Metro line M3 at Deák tér station in Budapest The Budapest Transport Center (BKK) is getting serious about digitalization. Following a successful test phase, the “Pay&GO” system will be available across the entire metro network in the Hungarian capital from mid-April. This puts Budapest on par with international cities such as London and New York. […] The post Budapest Introduces Contactless Payment on All Subway Lines appeared first on Hungary Today.

L-R: Mihály Viszkok, Chancellor of the Budapest Technical Vocational Training Center (BMSZC), Veronika Varga-Bajusz, State Secretary for Higher Education, Vocational Education, Katalin Csordás, Director of BMSZC, and Balázs Hankó, Minister of Culture and Innovation The establishment of the National Open Knowledge Center for Computer Science will promote knowledge, creativity, and professions, while helping Hungarian vocational […] The post New IT Knowledge Center to Reform Computer Science Ed...

The international MCC Budapest Summit on Reclaiming the West opened on Tuesday with a speech by Matt Goodwin, one of Britain’s leading political commentators and a recent Reform UK candidate. Hungary Today had the opportunity to speak with him in a personal interview. Reflecting on his visit to Hungary, he told us that Britain could […] The post “Britain Can Learn from Countries Like Hungary” – Interview with Matt Goodwin appeared first on Hungary Today.

The establishment of a new training center for the Ferenc Rákóczi II Transcarpathian Hungarian College of Higher Education in Vásárosnamény was hailed as another pillar of Hungary’s future by Balázs Hankó, Minister of Culture and Innovation, on Tuesday.  The university in Transcarpathia serves as a unifying and sustaining force for Hungarians. However, since the outbreak […] The post New Training Center for Transcarpathian Hungarian University Opens Near the Ukrainian Border appeared first on...

MOL-INA refinery in Rijeka, Croatia The newly renovated Rijeka refinery can now produce up to 30 percent more diesel than before. The investment was made by INA, the Croatian subsidiary of the MOL Group, at a cost of nearly €700 million. There are further development plans for the Rijeka refinery, which will be operating at […] The post MOL’s Modernized Croatian Refinery Boosts Diesel Output appeared first on Hungary Today.

Suspicious Ukrainian money movements are taking place in Hungary, which must be clarified, and to do so, “we must give NAV (National Tax and Customs Administration) additional tools,” the leader of the Fidesz parliamentary faction said on Facebook on Monday. In his post, Máté Kocsis wrote: “For this reason, we have submitted a bill, which […] The post Fidesz Pushes Fast-Tracked Bill to Probe Ukrainian Money Movements appeared first on Hungary Today.

Budapest’s hotel market is entering a period of unprecedented growth, fueled by rising tourism, a surge in guest nights, and a wave of new developments. Over the past four years, the number of guest nights in Budapest hotels has increased by an average of 8.5% per year. This means that, in addition to year-on-year growth […] The post Budapest Hotel Market Booms Amid Strong Demand and Major Developments appeared first on Hungary Today.

On March 10, the Szekler community and Hungarians around the world who stand in solidarity with them commemorate the Szekler martyrs who were executed in 1854. Their sacrifice reminds us that every generation must stand up again and again for self-determination. “Today, this day is still a firm and clear stand for the freedom, dignity, […] The post Szekler Freedom Day Commemorates 1854 Martyrs and Calls for Autonomy appeared first on Hungary Today.

The Hungarian Defense Forces have already transported over 480 people, including 385 Hungarian citizens, to Budapest from the war-torn Middle East. Between March 4 and 9, the Hungarian Air Force provided assistance to those stranded in the region with a total of eight evacuation flights in Jordan, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Oman. The successful operation […] The post Hungarian Defense Forces Evacuate Hundreds from the Middle East in “Operation Sand Rose” appeared first on Hungary Today.

The Hungarian government has a plan to interrupt electricity supplies to Ukraine, said Viktor Orbán at an election campaign event in the eastern Hungarian city of Debrecen on Saturday. There is a dossier on this that can be opened if the Ukrainian oil blockade is not lifted, however, the government only wants to use it […] The post Cutting Off Hungarian Electricity Exports Would Be Costly for Ukraine appeared first on Hungary Today.

From March 12 to 15, 2026, Budapest Honvéd FC will host an international U15 tournament featuring European star teams, including Paris Saint-Germain, Atalanta B.C., FC Elche, Spartak Moscow, and NK Maribor, the club announced. As the president of the Budapest Honvéd FC sports club explained in a Facebook video, it is a great honor to […] The post Star Team Paris Saint-Germain and Spartak Moscow to Play in Youth Tournament in Budapest appeared first on Hungary Today.

Festive light projections illuminating the façade of the National Museum, Budapest, March 15, 2025   March 15 marks the birth of modern parliamentary Hungary, commemorating the start of the Civic Revolution and the War of Independence of 1848–49. The aim of the revolution was to end Habsburg rule, secure national independence, and establish a constitutional […] The post March 15, 1848 – The Day Freedom Took to the Streets of Budapest appeared first on Hungary Today.

In the expansion of the Hungarian Paks II nuclear power plant, the massive earthworks and steel structures often take center stage. Yet behind the scenes, an equally crucial process is underway: the training of the future operational personnel. Experts emphasize that the safety of the new Generation 3+ units is inseparably linked to the years […] The post Training of Personnel for Paks II Nuclear Power Plant in Full Swing appeared first on Hungary Today.

The comprehensive scientific and restoration condition assessment of the statue of Archangel Gabriel from Heroes’ Square has been completed. The statue may return to its original place by the end of this year, said Benedek Gyorgyevics, CEO of Városliget Zrt., at a press conference on Thursday in Budapest presenting the examinations carried out so far. […] The post Heroes’ Square to Welcome Back Its Guardian Angel Following Extensive Restoration appeared first on Hungary Today.

Ferencváros defeated visiting Braga 2–0 in the first leg of their UEFA Europa League Round of 16 tie on Thursday, putting themselves in a favorable position ahead of next Wednesday’s return match in Portugal. The team coached by Robbie Keane took the lead in the 32nd minute through a goal by Israeli player Gavriel Kanichowsky, […] The post Europa League: Ferencváros Claim Impressive Win Over Braga appeared first on Hungary Today.

The Ukrainian “gold convoy” case is attracting increasing attention in Ukraine, the destination country of the seized funds. Ukrainian political scientist Mykola Davydiuk believes that the Ukrainian government might be behind the cash transport through Hungary in an attempt to launder money for the war mafia associated with it. He suspected that the convoy may […] The post Ukrainian Analyst Suggests Seized Funds in Hungary Could Belong to “War Mafia” appeared first on Hungary Today.

Central bank governor Mihály Varga The Hungarian National Bank (MNB) continues its course of monetary policy adjustment. At its February meeting, the Monetary Council voted unanimously to lower the key interest rate by 25 basis points, announced the central bank on Wednesday. This reduces Hungary’s key interest rate to 6.25 percent. The Council’s decision included […] The post Central Bank Monetary Council Votes Unanimously for Modest Rate Cut appeared first on Hungary Today.

With an investment volume of over 210 billion forints (541 million euros), the expansion of the Hankook tire factory in Rácalmás (central Hungary) is currently one of the largest construction projects in Hungary. The local company Grabarics Építőipari Kft. is playing a key role in the project, making a name for itself not only as […] The post Domestic Company Responsible for Expanding Hankook Tire Factory appeared first on Hungary Today.

Emir Kusturica Viktor Orbán shared Emir Kusturica’s message of support on his social media page, which the Serbian film director expressed in a video alongside Milorad Dodik, former president of the Republika Srpska. “Mr. Viktor Orbán, I am very happy and grateful to you that from the very beginning, when you appeared on the political […] The post Popular Serbian Director Emir Kusturica Sends Direct Message to Viktor Orbán appeared first on Hungary Today.

Following the words of former Ukrainian MP Hryhoriy Omelchenko, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán emphasized that he had asked everyone in his family to take the threat seriously, but not to be afraid. Based on a video posted on a YouTube page called Pryamy TV, Hryhoriy Omelchenko, a Ukrainian politician, former MP, and former officer of […] The post Ukrainian Ex-MP’s Threats Renews Security Concerns for Viktor Orbán and His Family appeared first on Hungary Today.

Based on a new cosmological model developed by a Hungarian research group, the accelerating expansion of the universe does not require “mysterious dark energy” if the universe is expanding in “patches,” Eötvös Loránd University announced. According to the announcement, the so-called iEdS model fits in with the main cosmological observations and may offer a solution […] The post Researchers: The Growing Expansion of the Universe Can Be Explained Without “Dark Energy” appeared first on Hungary ...

VisitBalaton365 launched its influencer study trip program at the beginning of March this year: content creators from the main source markets are personally exploring the region to showcase Lake Balaton throughout the four seasons on their own social media platforms. The aim of the initiative is to strengthen the region’s international profile through authentic stories […] The post New Influencer Study Trip Program Promotes Lake Balaton as a Year-Round Destination appeared first on Hungary To...

The Ethnographic Museum in Budapest welcomes visitors with a series of Easter-themed programs on March 28, Hímes Day. The all-day event will feature a Tradition and Design Fair, concerts, craft workshops, and family programs. The program combines the traditions of the spring holiday season with the joy of creation. At the fair, around thirty artists, […] The post Easter Programs and Folk Traditions Take Center Stage at Budapest’s Ethnographic Museum appeared first on Hungary Today.

Hundreds of protesters gathered on Tuesday in Târgu Mureș (Marosvásárhely) at the obelisk commemorating the martyrs of the anti-Habsburg Szekler uprising for a march on the occasion of Szekler Freedom Day. The protesters adopted a petition demanding territorial autonomy for Szeklerland. The proclamation addressed to the Romanian government and parliament, as well as to President […] The post Szekler Freedom Day March Renews Calls for Autonomy in Romania appeared first on Hungary Today.

Construction of the border fence in 2015 The V4 countries and Austria agree that illegal migration and terrorism are ongoing challenges, which is why cooperation must be strengthened, primarily through the introduction of data and information exchange between them, Interior Minister Sándor Pintér said on Monday at a press conference on the occasion of the […] The post Internal Security: V4 Countries and Austria Want to Exchange Data and Information appeared first on Hungary Today.

When the first rays of sunshine make the Danube sparkle in March, Budapest transforms into the capital of popular sports. On March 21 and 22, the 41st Telekom Vivicittá invites you to the biggest running festival of the spring. With a mix of sightseeing, high-tech, and charity, this year’s event promises to break records. What […] The post Budapest Gears Up for the Biggest Spring Running Event appeared first on Hungary Today.

Dominik Szoboszlai has reached a historic milestone. The Hungarian international, who plays for Liverpool FC, is valued at a three-digit million sum in Transfermarkt’s latest market value update. This elevates him into the most exclusive circle of world football. It is causing a stir in Hungary and the Premier League: Dominik Szoboszlai is officially worth […] The post Szoboszlai Is the First Hungarian Soccer Player to Break the $100 Million Mark appeared first on Hungary Today.

MEP Harald Vilimsky The European Parliament voted down the Patriots’ proposal to hold a debate on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s life-threatening threat to Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, Harald Vilimsky, MEP for the Patriots, announced in Strasbourg on Monday during a break in the EP plenary session. Speaking to Hungarian journalists, the Austrian MEP emphasized that […] The post MEP Harald Vilimsky Criticizes European Parliament over Zelenskyy’s Threat to Viktor Orbán appeared first...

In a statement on Monday, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán announced measures to cap fuel prices. In view of the dramatic developments on the world market, the Hungarian government is introducing a “protected price” for gasoline and diesel with effect from midnight. Under the new regulations, retail prices at gas stations may no longer exceed […] The post Government Responds to Oil Crisis with Fuel Price Cap appeared first on Hungary Today.

A second Airbus A330 cargo aircraft will soon join the Hungary Airlines fleet, that is scheduled to fly five times a week between Hungary and China for logistics giant ZTO Express starting in April. One year after its first commercial flight, Hungary Airlines, which specializes in air cargo transport, is debuting its new service on […] The post Hungary Airlines Enters the Global Cargo Market appeared first on Hungary Today.

Opening ceremony of the Lutheran kindergarten and education center in Fogaras, Romania Those who build kindergartens are preparing for the future, and if there are Hungarian kindergartens, then there is a Hungarian future, said Lőrinc Nacsa, State Secretary for National Policy, on Saturday at the opening of the Lutheran kindergarten and education center in Fogaras […] The post “If there are Hungarian kindergartens, there is a future,” Says State Secretary appeared first on Hungary Today.

Just like Punch the macaque monkey at a zoo in Japan who recently captured worldwide attention for dragging his beloved stuffed monkey everywhere he goes, Pablo the tiger cub has become a sensation in Hungary. Rescued during a police raid and brought to the Budapest Zoo, the young tiger with an unusual story and mysterious […] The post Budapest Bids Farewell to Pablo, the Tiger Cub Rescued in Police Raid appeared first on Hungary Today.

Semmelweis University is establishing a unified system for palliative and hospice care to comprehensively support seriously ill, terminally ill, and advanced-stage children and adults, as well as their family members, announced Béla Merkely, the rector of the institution, on Thursday in Budapest. At the program’s presentation in the Semmelweis Salon, the rector emphasized that the […] The post Semmelweis University Develops Unified Model for Hospice Care appeared first on Hungary Today.

Panoramic view of Kőröshegy The leadership of Kőröshegy, known as the southern gateway to Lake Balaton, has decided to preserve the village’s original character. Based on a decision by the local government, agricultural garden plots can no longer be reclassified for non-farming use, as pointed out in an article by Világgazdaság.  Despite the beautiful view […] The post “Southern Gateway to Lake Balaton” Seeks to Preserve Its Original Character appeared first on Hungary Today.

The MH Klapka György 1st Armored Brigade held a system adjustment shooting exercise for the tank gunners of the 11th Tank Battalion of Vitéz Tarczay Ervin at the Szomód firing range on March 3 and 4. Simultaneously with the system adjustment shooting, the soldiers also carried out test shooting of the newly arrived tanks and […] The post System Integration of Leopard 2A7HU Tanks Completed appeared first on Hungary Today.

Mondelez International’s largest solar park in Central Europe, located in Székesfehérvár (central Hungary) While electricity consumption remained at a consistently high level, domestic production steadily increased and now covers an ever larger share of demand. At the same time, import dependence declined and electricity exports rose significantly. The latest analysis by the Oeconomus Economic Research […] The post Renewables Are Transforming Our Country’s Electricity Market and Regional Role...

The State Secretariat for National Policy’s twinning initiative has helped build over 1,400 sister‑city relationships between Hungarian and Hungarian‑populated settlements abroad, reinforcing community ties throughout the Carpathian Basin, said State Secretary Lőrinc Nacsa on Wednesday in Vasmegyer (northeastern Hungary).  At the signing ceremony for the twinning agreement between Vasmegyer in Hungary and Felsőboldogfalva (Feliceni) in […] The post Twinning Program Creates 1,400 Cross‑Border ...

File photo of Viktor Orbán speaking at the Tusványos summer university and student camp in Transylvania, one of the largest gathering points for Hungarians both from Hungary and the diaspora Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has written a letter to Hungarians living beyond the border, asking them to participate in the parliamentary elections on April 12. […] The post Viktor Orbán Urges Hungarians Abroad to Vote, Stresses Unity Amid “Era of Danger” appeared first on Hungary Today.

A delegation tasked with investigating the condition of the Druzhba oil pipeline has arrived in Kyiv. Its goal is to resolutely represent Hungarian interests at the negotiating table and to get the oil pipeline back into operation as quickly as possible. The Parliamentary State Secretary of the Ministry of Energy and head of the delegation, […] The post “Tourists, Not an Official Delegation”, Kyiv Does Not Want to Discuss the Pipeline With Hungary appeared first on Hungary Today.

2,000 athletes from 50 countries took part in the World Swimming Championship in Oulu, Finland, announced the Hungarian Ice Swimming Association. Hungary was represented by six swimmers, who brought home eight medals in total. The competitions took place in a pool cut into the frozen Oulujoki River at a water temperature of 0 degrees Celsius. […] The post Spectacular Results at World Winter Swimming Championship in Finland appeared first on Hungary Today.

The season is beginning in Hungary’s arboretums and botanical gardens, said Vince Zsigmond, president of the Hungarian Association of Arboreta and Botanic Gardens (MABOSZ), at a press conference held at the MATE Soroksár Botanical Garden on Tuesday. Vince Zsigmond said that the great value of arboretums and botanical gardens lies in their permanence: they offer […] The post Season Begins in Arboretums and Botanical Gardens appeared first on Hungary Today.

History was made on March 6 in the Uzbek city of Jizzakh. The INNO Science Park, the country’s first center for high technology and research, began operations. Hungary’s Óbuda University is involved in this project, thereby consolidating its international presence as a driver of innovation. The strategic partnership between Hungary and Uzbekistan has gained a […] The post Uzbekistan’s First Science and Innovation Park Opens with Hungarian Assistance appeared first on Hungary Today.

Four-cylinder EA888 R4 Otto 2.0L TFSi engine Audi Hungaria has reached another significant milestone: the 10 millionth four-cylinder EA888 R4 Otto 2.0L TFSi engine was manufactured at the Győr plant. The anniversary engine will be installed in a third-generation Audi Q3 model by the experts at the company’s vehicle factory. “The 10 millionth four-cylinder gasoline […] The post Audi Hungaria Reaches Historic 10 Million Mark with Engine in Győr Plant appeared first on Hungary Today.

The European Union will award the European Order of Merit, its new highest honor, for the first time this year, reported Hirado.hu. The award recognizes individuals who have made an outstanding contribution to European integration and the protection of the EU’s fundamental values: respect for human dignity, freedom, democracy, equality, and the rule of law. […] The post European Order of Merit for Politicians Who Turned Their Countries into Open-air Prisons appeared first on Hungary Today.

The program for the 8th Russian Music Festival, taking place in Debrecen and Budapest from March 12 to 26, ranges from monumental concertos to songs and four-handed piano pieces. In addition to concerts, this year’s event, themed “Portraits,” will also introduce Russian composers, teacher-student relationships, and creative influences to those interested, the organizers told MTI […] The post 8th Russian Music Festival Opens in Budapest and Debrecen appeared first on Hungary Today.

The commemoration held by Hungarians in Dallas marked the end of President Tamás Sulyok’s visit to Hungarian diaspora communities in the United States. At Sunday’s commemoration ceremony held by Hungarians from the Dallas area, the head of state emphasized that Hungarian communities with long-standing roots in the United States, including those in Dallas, are highly […] The post Head of State Concludes U.S. Visit with Commemorating the 1848 Revolution appeared first on Hungary Today.

The Hungarian Defense Forces’ Joint Operations Command reported on Monday at a press conference held at the power plant in northern Hungary that the military had reinforced the protection of critical energy infrastructure at the Mátravidék Power Plant. Major General László Antal announced that soldiers from the Hungarian Defense Forces’ Budapest Garrison Brigade, led by […] The post Another Power Plant Receives Increased Military Protection appeared first on Hungary Today.

The forint (HUF) rose against the major currencies on Tuesday morning compared to Monday evening’s trading in international currency markets. The euro was quoted at 387.57 forints at 7 a.m., down from 394.09 forints on Monday evening. The dollar weakened from 340.08 forints to 333.48 forints, while the Swiss franc fell from 436.88 forints to […] The post Forint’s Rapid Rebound: Geopolitical Easing and Falling Oil Prices Drive Gains appeared first on Hungary Today.

An exhibition presenting the life’s work of József Egry has opened at the Vaszary Gallery in Balatonfüred. The exhibition comprises more than fifty paintings and, in addition to the characteristic landscapes of the artist known as the painter of Lake Balaton, also features lesser-known early works, caricatures, and self-portraits. The exhibition shows a selection from […] The post “Floating in the Light Room”: The Painter of Lake Balaton and His Artistic Development appeared first on Hungary ...

What once began as laborious handiwork is now celebrating a glamorous comeback on the catwalks and in the living rooms of the modern world. At the 20th Carpathian Basin Folk Textile Festival in Békéscsaba (eastern Hungary) on Friday, it became clear that traditional patterns are no longer a thing of the past, but a highly […] The post Festival Celebrates Exquisite Art of Embroidery in the Carpathian Basin appeared first on Hungary Today.

Last weekend at Lake Balaton felt almost like an early start to summer. Bright sunshine and mild temperatures attracted numerous visitors to the shores of the “Hungarian Sea.” But while the cafés opened their terraces, experts looked on with concern at the water levels of Central Europe’s largest inland lake. The promenades from Siófok to […] The post Spring Reaches Lake Balaton: Crowds Soar, But Water Level Worries Persist appeared first on Hungary Today.