The Hungarian government has launched an investigation into former… (венгрия · сийяртый · петер)
The Hungarian government has launched an investigation into former Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto over his alleged contacts with Russia.
Consensus
- The Hungarian government has started an investigation into Peter Szijjártó's alleged contacts with Russia.
- Peter Szijjártó resigned from his parliamentary mandate on July 15.
- Szijjártó has joined the Chinese company BYD in a high-level position.
- Péter Márton, the new Prime Minister of Hungary, confirmed the investigation and stated that details will be released when possible.
- The investigation involves secret documents related to foreign policy from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Points of divergence
- Szijjártó claimed he does not regret developing relations with Russia and stated that Hungary continues to receive Russian oil and gas under favorable long-term contracts due to his efforts. — vedomosti
- The opposition party 'Tisza' led by Péter Márton won the parliamentary elections on April 12, securing a constitutional majority of 138 out of 199 seats. — vm
- Hungary is closing its doors to Russia, according to Defense Minister Romulus Rusin-Szendi. — vm
- Szijjártó stated he was not sorry for developing relations with Russia and denied acting against Hungary’s interests. — kommersant
- Mass dismissals of staff from the Hungarian Ministry of Foreign Affairs occurred, specifically those who worked under Szijjártó during his tenure. — vesti
Coverage (4 sources)
- Hungary begins investigation into former Foreign Minister Sijarto over ties with Russia — Ведомости
- Hungary launches investigation into former Foreign Minister Sijarto over contacts with Russia — Вечерняя Москва
- Investigation into Siyar's ties with Russia begins in Hungary — Коммерсантъ
- Hungary is investigating links between Peter Siyar and Russia — Вести