Delfi

Delfi is an East-European media consortium that recently published leaked recordings of phone conversations between Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto and his Russian counterpart. These leaks, published around April 2026, revealed that Szijjarto, a close ally of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, was allegedly providing Moscow with direct information, potentially influencing Hungary's foreign policy. The publication of these conversations has sparked significant controversy, particularly within the European Union, with French diplomat Jean-Noël Barrot labeling Hungary's actions as a "betrayal." The Hungarian government has denounced the leaks as foreign interference in their upcoming legislative elections. Delfi's reporting is newsworthy due to its potential impact on Hungarian-Russian relations, the upcoming Hungarian elections, and the broader geopolitical landscape within Europe, highlighting concerns about Russian influence within EU member states.