EU-Ukraine Accession: Hungary has lifted its veto and the EU has resumed talks on Ukraine’s accession, agreeing to move to the first phase of negotiations after Budapest’s objection was removed—though the process stays tied to strict reforms and anti-corruption conditions. Hungary–Ukraine Minority Deal: Hungary and Ukraine have formalised an agreement protecting the ethnic Hungarian minority in western Ukraine, with commitments embedded in Kyiv’s EU minority action plan and monitored through the accession framework. EU Sanctions & Trade Risk: A new EU sanctions package targeting Russia-linked entities in multiple countries, including India, could complicate ratification of an EU–India trade deal—unanimous approval is required. Hungary Crypto U-Turn: Hungary is rolling back the Orbán-era crypto criminalisation rules, decriminalising trading and removing prison penalties, after earlier compliance burdens pushed platforms to suspend services. Forint & Business Context: Separate reporting points to a stronger forint and ongoing economic adjustments, while EU Migration Pact: the new migration and asylum rules are now in force across Europe, reshaping border and asylum procedures. Aviation Security: Hungary scrambled Gripen jets after an Arkia flight temporarily lost contact with air traffic control; communication was restored and the aircraft continued safely. Energy/Industry Innovation: Peregrine Hydrogen won an IFA fertiliser innovation prize in Hungary for electrolyser tech producing hydrogen and sulphuric acid more efficiently.