Top Hungary news: Majka scandal, dangerous mosquitoes, Buda Castle, property sales – 21 July, 2025

Here are today’s top Hungary news from celebrity political accusations and historical mysteries to rising health risks from mosquitoes and soaring rental prices affecting many residents.

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🎤 Hungarian rapper Majka was accused by pro-government media of inciting violence against PM Orbán after a controversial mock assassination skit at a concert, which he denies as merely theatrical.

Budapest’s City Park hides a mysterious tombstone marked only “FUIT,” which research revealed belongs to lawyer who lived in the 18th-century – read about him HERE

🦟 Mosquitoes in Hungary pose new health risks as climate changes increase the presence of species capable of transmitting dangerous diseases.

🏠 Hungary has experienced a significant surge in rental prices over the past year, impacting affordability for many tenants across the country.

🏰 The northern wing of Buda Castle is being rebuilt using reinforced concrete – will it really represent the old grandeur?

Buda Castle Northern wing being rebuilt using reinforced concrete Hungary news
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📢 In just a few days, Prime Minister Orbán’s Tusványos festival in Transylvania will kick off — the very event where he has previously sparked controversy. At past gatherings, the Hungarian prime minister has boldly called Hungary an “illiberal country” and voiced his intention to preserve the Hungarian nation as “non-mixed,” stirring intense debate both at home and abroad.

🚆 Major changes in Budapest’s public transport system due to closure of busy railway station – details in THIS article

🏘️ A Hungarian town has implemented restrictions on property sales to control real estate prices and manage demographic changes.

🛢️ Hungary’s Foreign Minister Szijjártó announced plans for a new crude oil pipeline from Serbia delivering Russian crude.

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