Latest news in Hungary - 2 Nov 2024

- EU Leaders to Attend Key Meetings in Hungary: Major EU leaders, including Swedish and Polish Prime Ministers, are set to participate in the European Political Community summit on November 7-8, despite initial boycott discussions. Topics on the agenda include the situation in Ukraine and the EU accession of the Western Balkans. Read more here

- Prime Minister Orbán's Visit to Kyrgyzstan: Viktor Orbán will visit Kyrgyzstan on November 5 for high-level talks aimed at strengthening Hungary's strategic partnership with Kyrgyzstan. Cooperation agreements are expected to be signed during his trip. Read more here

- Extended Ticket Purchase Grace Period for Trains: Travelers in the Budapest suburban zone can now purchase train tickets until February 1, 2025, with reduced fines for those caught without tickets. This grace period allows passengers to adjust to new ticketing requirements. Read more here

- Traffic Jam on M7 Motorway: A significant traffic jam of 4-5 kilometers has formed on the M7 motorway towards Letenye due to multiple car collisions. Motorists are advised to use alternative routes to avoid congestion. Read more here

- Vulnerability of Children in State Care: A report highlights the alarming issue of child prostitution among minors in state care in Hungary, with 64% of human trafficking victims being children. Experts are urging for better protection measures. Read more here

- Days of Mourning in Serbia Due to Recent Incidents: Following a tragic roof collapse at Novi Sad railway station resulting in multiple fatalities, Serbia has declared a day of mourning. This incident highlights the vulnerabilities of regional infrastructure. Read more here

- Weather Alert: Upcoming Cold Front: Expect a chilly weekend in Hungary, with temperatures dropping significantly after a mild Saturday. Morning frost and a lively wind are forecasted, so enjoy the warmth while it lasts! Read more here