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A Nobel Prize-winning French writer asked France not to extradite an anti-fascist who committed a crime in Budapest [https://hvg.hu/360/20260902_lapszemle-putyin-zelenszkij-nato-menedekjog-szelsojobb-antifasisztak] [rel="nofollow"]. The Libri book publisher group became state property, reshaping the Hungarian publishing world [https://hvg.hu/360/20260902_libri-konyvkiado-allami-tulajdonban-aggodo-kiadok-mcc-mora-janikovszky-janos] [rel="nofollow"]. Lőrinc Mészáros's company now leads all Hungarian family businesses [https://telex.hu/gazdasag/20260902/forbes-csaladi-lista-2026-legertekesebb-csaladi-cegek] [rel="nofollow"].
Budapest workers face a strike requiring special approval for any expenses [https://hvg.hu/gazdasag/20260902_letszamstop-budapest-kiadas-karacsony-gergely-elozetes-engedely] [rel="nofollow"]. A new government proposal would let the capital freely take over key city-center spaces [https://dailynewshungary.com/budapest-government-hand-spaces-to-capital] [rel="nofollow"].
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Home to 1.7 million people, Budapest spans both banks of the majestic Danube River, blending historic charm with modern vitality.
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Budapest's climate features warm summers (25-30°C) and cold winters (-1 to 4°C). The atmospheric pressure remains stable, though summer brings high UV levels requiring sun protection.
The city offers excellent drinking water from taps and public fountains throughout, perfect for staying hydrated year-round.
Spring (March-May) and autumn (September-November) offer ideal weather and fewer tourists.
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