Danube Drought Hits Hungarian Shipping: Record-low Danube levels are leaving Hungarian cargo traffic “almost impossible,” with water depths in Budapest down to single-digit centimeters and grain export logistics at risk of higher costs and squeezed margins. Nuclear Cooling Stress in the Region: Bulgaria will cut Kozloduy output by about 120 MW on Danube low-water conditions, joining Romania and Hungary in drought-driven nuclear constraints. Heatwave Travel Fallout: TUI River Cruises says it is investing in air conditioning after complaints from passengers on the Danube, where extreme heat and low water levels compounded onboard cooling failures. Hungary–Ukraine Diplomatic Move: Ukraine’s president has invited Prime Minister Péter Magyar to Kyiv for direct dialogue, with no date confirmed yet. Golden Convoy Case Closed: Hungary’s tax authority closed its investigation into Ukrainian cash couriers after finding no evidence of a crime. Tourism Boost in Miskolc: Miskolctapolca Cave Bath reopened after a two-year shutdown and about HUF 1.5bn reconstruction following an electrical fire. Energy Project Progress (Cross-border): Romania’s regulator cleared Rezolv Energy’s 1.2GW Dama Solar project, with grid access near the 400kV ring and interconnection reach toward Hungary. IT Hiring Pressure: Randstad research shows Hungarian IT workers increasingly demand pay, work-life balance, modern tech and safety—raising retention pressure on employers.