We have long known that a large part of the bishops was part of the network – the question is what the churches will do with this.

Between 1964 and 1987, a significant number of bishops in Hungary were appointed as agents of the state security service. Research indicates that many Protestant bishops also had ties to the security apparatus. The release of files has reignited discussions about the involvement of church leaders with the regime, highlighting the complexity of their situations. Some church leaders have expressed concerns about the public disclosure of names, arguing that it could harm individuals who were coerced into collaboration. The Catholic Bishops' Conference acknowledges the historical persecution of clergy and the need for reconciliation, while emphasizing the importance of understanding the broader context of these relationships. Historians continue to analyze the implications of these findings, noting that not all individuals listed were active collaborators, and some resisted recruitment efforts.