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September 28, 2026

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Hungary's political landscape is dominated by escalating corruption investigations, with the arrest of Miklós Seszták, a KDNP Member of Parliament and former Minister of National Development, in connection with the Volánbusz case. This follows the suspension of his parliamentary immunity and coincides with authorities freezing billions in assets related to the probe. The parliament also controversially suspended the immunity of Prime Minister Péter Magyar and Balázs Hankó, a Fidesz MP and former Minister. Adding to the corruption concerns, the National Tax and Customs Administration has initiated an investigation into alleged budget fraud surrounding Rákay Philip's historical film. In a related political development, President András Baka is set to propose a new Chief Prosecutor following Parliament's rejection of the prior nominee, continuing a high-stakes standoff. Beyond political and financial news, the country faced significant safety incidents, including the derailment of a dangerous goods train in Rákos and the overturning of two petroleum tank cars in Budapest, prompting investigations and raising public concern.

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Miklós Seszták, a KDNP Member of Parliament and former Minister of National Development, has been taken into custody in connection with the Volánbusz corruption case, following the suspension of his parliamentary immunity. This development is accompanied by a billion-forint asset freeze. Separately, the parliament also suspended the immunity of Prime Minister Péter Magyar and Balázs Hankó, a Fidesz MP and former Minister of Culture and Innovation, amid ongoing investigations. Péter Magyar has…

24.hu: “Deal Made With Someone” – Miklós Seszták Gave Interview to 24.hu Before Arrest

Miklós Seszták was arrested on Monday in connection with the Volánbusz case. The KDNP representative personally went to the prosecutor's office to testify and gave an interview to our paper beforehand.

444: Hankó Awaits Police at Party Office, Questioning What It Takes for Arrest

Despite expecting to be taken by police, Hankó is expected to report to the Central Prosecutor's Office when summoned, according to standard procedure.

24.hu: Billion-Forint Asset Freeze in Volánbusz Case: Police Seized Real Estate and…

As part of the Volánbusz case investigation, authorities have frozen assets worth billions, including properties and vehicles, indicating a significant corruption probe.

24.hu: Magyar Péter to Fidesz Members: You Are Currently Harboring a Criminal

Péter Magyar addresses members of the ruling Fidesz party, accusing them of protecting a criminal individual.

HVG: Miklós Seszták: "It is very difficult to prove that I did not kill Lenin"

Miklós Seszták made a metaphorical statement about the difficulty of proving innocence in his corruption case, shortly before being taken into custody.

HVG: Miklós Seszták taken into custody

Miklós Seszták has been taken into custody, indicating significant legal developments in a corruption investigation.

444: Billions Sent by Courier, Illegal Party Financing - Parliament Resounds with…

Parliament addressed criminal cases on Monday, highlighting issues of illegal party financing and suspicious fund transfers.

24.hu: What Can Authorities Do If a Representative Refuses to Leave Parliament?

This story discusses the legal and procedural possibilities for authorities when a member of parliament obstructs proceedings by refusing to vacate the parliamentary premises.

24.hu: Police Asked 24.hu Publisher for Address of Ministry of Interior State Secretary

Hungarian police have formally requested the publisher of 24.hu to disclose the address of a State Secretary within the Ministry of Interior.

24.hu: Rogán Solely Acquired His Partner's Share of Their Invention's Patent Rights

The report details how Gergely Rogán exclusively obtained the patent rights for an invention from his business partner.

HVG: Asset freeze ordered for suspect in Volánbusz case

Assets have been frozen for a suspect involved in the Volánbusz case, as part of an ongoing investigation into alleged corruption or fraud.

Hungary's National Tax and Customs Administration (NAV) has launched an investigation into the film 'Most vagy soha' (Now or Never), directed by Rákay Philip, on suspicion of budget fraud.

Telex: Tax authority launches investigation into Rákay Philip's Petőfi film

Hungary's National Tax and Customs Administration (NAV) has initiated an investigation into the film 'Most vagy soha' (Now or Never), directed by Rákay Philip, on suspicion of budget fraud.

24.hu: NAV Launched Investigation into Rákay Philip's Film About March 15, 1848

Hungary's National Tax and Customs Administration (NAV) has initiated an investigation concerning the historical film produced by Philip Rákay, which depicts the events of March 15, 1848.

HVG: Tax authority investigates Rákay Philip's Petőfi film

Hungary's National Tax and Customs Administration (NAV) has launched an investigation into a film about Petőfi produced by Philip Rákay, focusing on potential financial irregularities.

President András Baka has accepted Parliament's decision to reject the previous nominee for Chief Prosecutor and will put forward a new candidate shortly.

24.hu: Chief Prosecutor Nomination: András Baka to Nominate a New Candidate Shortly

The President of the Republic stated he accepts and respects Parliament's decision to reject the nominee for Chief Prosecutor and will put forward a new candidate soon.

Two separate incidents involving dangerous goods occurred in Budapest, with wagons carrying hazardous materials derailing in Rákos and two petroleum tank cars overturning, prompting investigations and highlighting safety concerns.

HVG: Wagons of a dangerous goods train derailed in Rákos

Wagons carrying dangerous materials derailed in Rákos, Hungary, prompting an investigation and raising safety concerns.

24.hu: Two Petroleum Tank Cars Overturned in Budapest

An accident involving two tank cars carrying petroleum occurred in Budapest, leading to their overturning and potential environmental or safety concerns.

Political analysts are offering their perspectives on the initial outcomes and implications of 'Operation Clean Sweep,' a significant political development.

24.hu: “Now It's Not Just About Promises” – Political Analysts on the First Day of…

Political analysts offer their perspectives on the initial outcomes and implications of 'Operation Clean Sweep,' a significant political development.

A child psychologist and sports psychologist are examining how bullying in sports can lead to the loss of talented individuals, suggesting that true champions succeed despite, not because of, humiliation.

Telex: Bullying in sports leads to loss of real talent, not the weak

A child psychologist and sports psychologist explore how bullying in sports can lead to the loss of talented individuals, arguing that while bullying can be a motivator, true champions succeed despite, not because of, humiliation.

Hungarian bank OTP is reportedly considering a complete withdrawal from its operations in Russia, influenced by geopolitical and economic factors.

HVG: OTP may completely withdraw from Russia

Hungarian bank OTP is reportedly considering a complete withdrawal from its operations in Russia, influenced by geopolitical and economic factors.

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