Top Hungary news: Sziget Festival scandal, 2026 elections, deadly virus, renting in Hungary – 24 July, 2025
We’ve rounded up the top news from Hungary, covering everything from Irish Kneecap’s ban from Hungary (and the Sziget Festival) to Orbán’s fear of losing the upcoming elections and his so-called miracle weapon, as well as the potential reappearance of a deadly virus and essential tips on renting in Hungary.
Sziget Festival scandal
Hungarian government bans an Irish performer from entering Hungary, which was followed by harsh message to Orbán from the band
Featured Hungary news
Behind closed doors, PM Orbán acknowledged possibility to lose his seat, but spoke of a “miracle weapon” against Péter Magyar’s Tisza Party only 10 months ahead of the 2026 general elections
Guest workers could bring a deadly virus back to Hungary, warns head of agricultural company that suffered serious losses during the spring epidemic
Renting in Hungary: Everything you need to know ahead of the 2025 fall semester
Important change introduced regarding admission at 2 iconic Budapest baths – HERE are the reasons behind the draconic new rules
Additional Hungary news from today
Hungarian beaches stand empty despite summer heatwave – read our explanation by clicking HERE
Hungarian National Bank issues beautiful new forint coins commemorating the successful 2025 Hungarian space mission – with VISUALS
Ukraine would weaken the EU, Hungary can adapt to Trump’s tariffs, LGBTQ people should not provoke others, FM Szijjártó told CNN’s Richard Quest in recent interview