Szabolcs Panyi tells POLITICO that Budapest's accusations are "meant to psychologically pressure me and shatter my credibility,” in the wake of his reporting on secret talks between Péter Szijjártó and Sergey Lavrov.
Orbán’s spies were hunting me, says Hungarian journalist accused of espionage
Hungarian journalist Szabolcs Panyi reported being targeted by state-backed espionage operations after exposing secret diplomatic talks between Péter Szijjártó and Sergey Lavrov. The accusations aim to discredit his credibility and pressure him into compliance, reflecting broader concerns about press freedom and state surveillance in Hungary. This incident highlights the risks faced by investigative journalists operating under authoritarian regimes.