Latest news in Hungary? September 11th, 2026
11-09-2026
- V4 Summit and Border Funding: Prime Minister Péter Magyar met with Visegrád Four leaders and Ireland in Bratislava, calling for the European Union to co-fund external border defense. Magyar criticized the European Court’s daily 1 million euro fine imposed on Hungary, arguing that the country bears an unfair financial burden protecting Schengen boundaries. The Budapest Times+ 1
- Migration Crisis Extension: The government extended Hungary’s official “state of crisis caused by mass migration” through December 31, 2026. Officials cited persistent pressures along European migration routes and stated that current border restrictions and enforcement mechanisms will remain fully intact. Daily News Hungary
- Diplomatic Fallout with Moscow: Diplomatic friction continues following Hungary’s decision earlier in the week to expel 10 Russian diplomats over activities deemed incompatible with their diplomatic status. Moscow has warned of retaliatory diplomatic and economic measures. Al Jazeera+ 1
- Judicial and Domestic Appointments: The Tisza government put forward five new nominees to fill vacancies on Hungary’s Constitutional Court, marking another step in reorganizing key institutional bodies under the current administration. dailynewshungary.com
- Danube Water Levels and Energy Operations: Prolonged dry conditions across the Danube basin have kept river levels near historic lows in parts of the country. Water management teams continue operating specialized river sills and coordinating with Slovak authorities to ensure sufficient cooling water supply for the Paks nuclear power plant. CBS News