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Former Prosecutor General Pál Fürcht has made a serious allegation, stating that former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán ordered the apprehension of a 'gold convoy,' a significant development in ongoing high-profile cases. This accusation comes amidst deepening corruption probes across the country.

Adding to the political upheaval, former Minister of Culture and Innovation Balázs Hankó and a former state secretary were arrested after Hankó's parliamentary immunity was lifted. Prime Minister Péter Magyar's government is also facing resistance, as the Parliamentary Immunity Committee rejected his proposal to abolish parliamentary immunity.

Further anti-corruption efforts are progressing, with the National Asset Recovery and Protection Office identifying its initial four cases for investigation, signaling a new phase in the government's crackdown on alleged misconduct. Meanwhile, the release of classified agent files, originally slated for an earlier date, has been postponed to November 4th.

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Former PM Orbán Implicated in 'Gold Convoy' Allegation

Former Prosecutor General Pál Fürcht has publicly alleged that former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán directly ordered the seizure of a 'gold convoy,' marking a significant escalation in the country's corruption investigations.

Former Minister Balázs Hankó Arrested Amid Corruption Probes

Following the suspension of his parliamentary immunity, former Minister of Culture and Innovation Balázs Hankó and a former state secretary have been taken into custody. Former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán commented on Hankó's summoning, framing it as a struggle against 'tyranny.'

National Asset Recovery Office Identifies First Cases for Investigation

Anna Unger, President of the newly established National Asset Recovery and Protection Office (NVVH), has announced that the office will begin investigations into four specific cases, signaling the start of its anti-corruption mandate.

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Magyar Péter Faces Immunity Rejection and MOL Confrontation

Discussions continue regarding the implications for Prime Minister Péter Magyar if his parliamentary immunity is removed, with the Parliamentary Immunity Committee chair rejecting his proposal to abolish immunity. Magyar also confronted MOL CEO Hernádi Zsolt following former Prime Minister Orbán's criticism of MOL.

Release of Classified Agent Files Delayed to November

The release of classified agent files, which was initially scheduled before the October 23rd revolution anniversary, has now been postponed to November 4th.

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New Corruption Allegations and Economic Policy Changes

New corruption concerns have emerged regarding VIP treatment in healthcare and a billion-dollar asset freeze in the Volánbusz embezzlement case. Additionally, companies associated with the government are under investigation for bankruptcy fraud related to a railway contract in Egypt, while the government plans to reintroduce a modified KATA tax.