Carpathian 8 Summit: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says the first “Carpathian Eight” (C8) summit prepared 50+ agreements worth over €1 billion, with energy deals making up about half and a proposed 1.5GW Carpathian wind cluster; talks also covered logistics and industry as Hungary joins Romania, Serbia, Poland, Slovakia, the Czech Republic, Austria and the EU. Hungary Diesel Support: Hungary published the detailed rules for the HUF 20,000 diesel subsidy, with payments via the State Treasury in four instalments starting 30 September 2026 (earlier for those already registered on 1 January). Budapest–EU Tourism Rights: Brits may face border refusal in multiple EU countries, including Hungary, unless they hold an ETIAS digital travel authorisation costing €20. Local Cross-Border Life: Locals held a friendship breakfast on the Maria Valeria Danube bridge linking Esztergom and Sturovo, a crossing rebuilt after WWII destruction. Wizz Air Compensation: Wizz Air says it paid €184.1m in passenger compensation over two years, but reporting suggests many eligible travellers may not have claimed. Culture & Hospitality: Twelve Hungarian hotels earned Michelin Key status, including top two-key ratings for Four Seasons Gresham Palace and Matild Palace.