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Tensions rise as Hungary ignores EU deadline on Russian, Belarusian entry rules

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban faces EU scrutiny over his government's relaxed entry rules for Russian and Belarusian nationals. AFP - LUDOVIC MARIN

Hungary missed the European Commission's deadline this week to respond to questions about its decision to ease entry requirements for Russian and Belarusian nationals, raising concerns across the EU.

Home Affairs Commissioner Ylva Johansson had given Budapest until 19 August to explain the changes in its immigration policy, but as of Monday afternoon, no reply had been received, the commission confirmed.

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