Latest news in Hungary? September 25th, 2026

Key news and major developments concerning Hungary as of September 25, 2026:

• EU Proposes Unlocking Horizon and Erasmus+ Funds: The European Commission has proposed unfreezing approximately €4.2 billion in funding and restoring Hungary’s access to the Horizon Europe research framework and the Erasmus+ student exchange program. The move follows reforms addressing anti-corruption measures, public procurement transparency, and conflict-of-interest regulations in university trusts; the decision now awaits final European Council approval.

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• Papal Audience in the Vatican: Prime Minister Péter Magyar met with Pope Leo XIV for a private audience in Rome. Discussions focused on the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, the societal impact of artificial intelligence, and youth welfare. Magyar formally invited the Pope to visit Hungary.

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• Address at the UN General Assembly: Hungarian President András Baka warned at the UN General Assembly in New York that the United Nations is facing a deep “crisis of trust” due to selective enforcement of international rules. In his address, he condemned territorial aggression, reaffirmed support for Ukraine’s sovereignty within its recognized borders, and called for unhindered humanitarian aid delivery in the Middle East.

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• Regional Friction over Carpathian Initiative: A diplomatic exchange escalated between Budapest and Kyiv regarding the Ukrainian-led “Carpathian Eight” regional cooperation format. Hungarian leadership publicly rejected inclusion in the group, emphasizing that bilateral agreements and regional commitments require mutual consent and prior consultation.

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