Hungarian authorities have launched a large-scale investigation into former Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó's close relations with Russia, according to Prime Minister Péter Magyar. The probe involves classified diplomatic materials and secret foreign policy documents, with further details withheld to avoid prejudicing the investigation.
Magyar confirmed the investigation at a government press briefing, stating that information would be released once legally permissible. Szijjártó, who served under former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, maintained close ties with Moscow, frequently visited Russia after the full-scale war began, and consistently opposed EU sanctions against the Kremlin. This investigation signals a move by Magyar's government to distance Hungary from its previous Russia-friendly foreign policy and strengthen ties with European allies.
In other news from the briefing, Magyar addressed public safety concerns in Budapest by announcing increased police presence for 30 days, focusing on busy city areas. He also dismissed claims of fuel prices exceeding protected levels, stating energy company MOL assured the government of price sustainability. Regarding guest worker restrictions, consultations are ongoing to protect Hungarian employees. On a separate matter, Magyar indicated that discussions about a successor for President Tamás Sulyok would only commence after Sulyok's decision on a constitutional amendment.
