EU Budget Fight: EU leaders kick off talks on the €2 trillion 2028–2034 budget in Brussels, with “Friends of Cohesion” (including Hungary) pushing to protect agriculture and cohesion as “frugal” net payers seek cuts and more room for defence and new priorities. Ukraine & Sanctions: After Hungary’s shift in the summit, EU leaders agreed to open Ukraine’s accession negotiation chapters and extend Russia sanctions for 12 months, while a joint Ukraine statement returned after a year of procedural standoffs. Hungary Reset in Brussels: Péter Magyar’s first summit abroad signals a more mainstream, less veto-driven approach, with leaders reportedly relieved Hungary is back in the EU’s centre. Energy Storage in Hungary: Kaptár “B” Energetika installed 2x1.25 MW grid storage units with RRF support to help integrate wind power and balance the system. Azerbaijan–Hungary Agri Education: Hungary and Azerbaijan discussed expanding agricultural cooperation and a dual-degree path that could underpin an Azerbaijan–Hungary Agricultural University. Aviation & Costs: Wizz Air warns EU passenger-rights changes could raise fares, while it also launched a Budapest city-centre luggage check-in service. Aviation Industry Watch: BMW cut its car profit forecast amid China EV pressure and Middle East fallout, highlighting the squeeze on European automakers.