Nuclear Plant Crisis Averted Amidst Corruption Claims, Cyberattack
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The Paks Nuclear Power Plant narrowly avoided a full shutdown today, as Danube water levels, which had previously threatened its operation, began to rise. This offers a temporary reprieve from the nation's severe energy concerns following days of intense heat and fears of a complete halt to the plant's operations.
However, new concerns have emerged regarding the Paks 2 expansion project, with allegations of vastly inflated land purchases prompting a formal complaint from Ákos Hadházy. Separately, the Hungarian State Treasury is reportedly grappling with a potentially severe cyberattack, raising questions about data security.
Beyond these major developments, the government faces scrutiny over billions spent on foreign real estate, prioritizing luxury over utility. The administration has also announced plans to reform subsidized lending and initiated a nationwide inspection of battery factories.