Áron Orbán, former Hungarian PM's brother arrested

Áron Orbán, brother of the former Hungarian Prime Minister, has been arrested along with his girlfriend in connection with a visa smuggling case. They are accused of facilitating illegal travel for Vietnamese citizens to Western Europe through Hungary, allegedly charging fees for visa processing. The Budapest Metropolitan Court has ordered their detention for one month, while another suspect is under criminal supervision. The investigation, initiated by the Budapest Chief Prosecutor’s Office, suggests that over a hundred individuals may have been assisted in this manner. If convicted, the suspects could face significant prison sentences.

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