"A group of MEPs wrote to the European Commission president, Ursula von der Leyen, and the commissioner responsible for the rule of law, Michael McGrath, calling for action regarding Hungary's elections."
"The appeal came as the European Commission demanded an urgent explanation from Budapest over a leaked recording that appeared to show a further instance of the Hungarian foreign minister covertly helping his Russian counterpart."
"The operation was reported to be overseen by Sergei Kiriyenko, the first deputy chief of staff to the Russian president, Vladimir Putin, who allegedly orchestrated a similar campaign in Moldova."
"The group also raised concerns over credible allegations of unauthorized access attempts to the opposition party's IT systems, including by state security forces."
A group of MEPs has urged the European Commission to investigate potential Russian manipulation and intimidation affecting Hungary's elections. Concerns include disinformation, misuse of state resources, and voter coercion by the ruling Fidesz party. The appeal follows a leaked recording suggesting covert assistance from Hungary's foreign minister to Russia. Reports indicate a Kremlin operation aimed at influencing the elections, overseen by Sergei Kiriyenko. Allegations of unauthorized access to opposition IT systems and severe intimidation of journalists have also been raised, highlighting the need for urgent assessment of electoral integrity.
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