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CORONAVIRUS: Here's the latest

A regularly updated feed of the latest information about coronavirus in Hungary.

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CORONAVIRUS: 895 infected, 15,481 in compulsory home quarantine, 94 recovered, 58 deceased

If you have a question call + 36-80-277-455 and + 36-80-277-456 or email koronavirus@bm.gov.hu.

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The far-left Guardian’s obsession with PM Orbán

No surprise that the far-left British newspaper The Guardian dislikes the national conservatism of Prime Minister Orbán, but their criticism borders on obsession and their articles are frequently riddled with serious factual errors.

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National Bank of Hungary Governor: “We have had great success over the last seven years, but this does not save us from the danger of a new attack”

György Matolcsy, governor of the National Bank of Hungary (MNB), announced new monetary measures focused on supporting the protection of Hungary’s economy.

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A Finnish take on Hungary’s state of emergency draws parallel to Hitler, then struggles with basic facts

This time, it’s a former Finnish ambassador to Budapest offering lessons on democracy and rule of law.

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Operational Group

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Operational Group: If we don’t take care, Budapest may become a coronavirus focal point

Apr 07, 2020 - Zoltán Kovács

At the Coronavirus Operational Group’s daily press conference, Chief Medical Officer Cecília Müller called attention to the fact that without following the orders in place, Budapest may become a focal point for the epidemic in Hungary.

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Coronavirus Update: Operational Group says if we’re not careful, Budapest could become a focal point of the epidemic

Apr 07, 2020

At this morning’s coronavirus press conference, Cecília Müller said that without the restrictions on movement, Budapest could become a focal point of the epidemic in Hungary.

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Operational Group: “While public parking is free as of this morning, movement restrictions must still be observed”

Apr 06, 2020 - Zoltán Kovács

At today’s Operational Group presser, Róbert Kiss, Lieutenant Colonel of the Hungarian Police, said that “with the advent of warm weather, more and more residents are tending to violate the rules.” He added that on Sunday alone the police issued 574 warnings, imposed 24 fines and launched 16 legal proceedings.

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Coronavirus Update: The epidemic can be kept under control

Apr 05, 2020

“Appropriate measures were taken at the right time, and, as a result, no explosion in the number of infections was seen. The epidemic can be kept under control,” Cecília Müller said.

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Operational Group: The coronavirus epidemic can be kept under control

Apr 04, 2020 - Zoltán Kovács

Chief Medical Officer Cecília Müller said today that the public must follow the government’s rules and regulations to avoid mass disease.

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Operational Group: Number of coronavirus cases in Hungary shows gradual – not exponential – growth

Apr 01, 2020 - Zoltán Kovács

At the Coronavirus Operational Group’s press conference on Wednesday, officials discussed new supplies of protective gear, the efficiency of the imposed movement restrictions and the general coronavirus trend in Hungary.

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Operational Group: People who feel sick must stay at home

Mar 26, 2020 - Zoltán Kovács

At today’s press conference of the Coronavirus Operational Group, Dr. Cecília Müller announced that there had been no additional deaths from the epidemic and people who feel sick “must stay at home.” Colonel Tibor Lakatos was also on hand and stated that Hungary’s borders are barrier-free.

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Operational Group: MOL to produce 50,000 liters of disinfectant per day

Mar 25, 2020

MOL CEO Péter Ratatics said that the company will produce 50,000 liters of disinfectant per day to help stop the spread of coronavirus. The new product will become available in retail stores over the next two weeks. Meanwhile, the Government is spending HUF 15 billion on additional protective gear.

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Operational Group: Large shipment of protective equipment has arrived

Mar 24, 2020 - Zoltán Kovács

“Another person has passed away from the coronavirus,” Chief Medical Officer Cecília Müller said at today’s press conference of the Coronavirus Operational Group. Müller implored everyone to follow all epidemiological regulations prescribed by the government, while Colonel Tibor Lakatos, head of the Operational Group, reported that close to 200 people have broken compulsory home quarantine in 24 hours.

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Coronavirus Update: Operational Group confirms nine deaths and new protective equipment sent out to hospitals

Mar 24, 2020

Cecília Müller announced today that the number of those infected has risen to 187 and another patient with a chronic illness has died.

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Operational Group: ‘Curfew not necessary at this time’

Mar 22, 2020 - Zoltán Kovács

At today’s press conference of the Coronavirus Operational Group, Colonel Tibor Lakatos, head of the Operational Group, stressed that "it is not necessary to introduce a curfew at this time." Infectious disease specialist Dr. János Szlávik also reported cases of older patients recovering from the virus.

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Operational Group: These times demand sacrifice from everyone

Mar 21, 2020 - Zoltán Kovács

“The good news is that seven patients have left the hospital,” said Chief Medical Officer Cecília Müller at Friday’s press conference of the Coronavirus Operational Group. Colonel Tibor Lakatos, head of the Operational Group, also assured people that those stranded at the airport are being properly cared for.

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Operational Group: Cooperation from media is crucial at this time

Mar 13, 2020 - Zoltán Kovács

“Every minute counts,” said Tibor Lakatos at the press conference, where he asked media outlets to cooperate for the health and safety of Hungarian citizens.

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