Péter Korniss admitted that he was a state security network operative under the alias "Pál"

Korniss Péter, a renowned Hungarian photographer, revealed his past as a state security informant during an interview. He expressed shame over his involvement, stating it was a dark chapter in his life. Korniss detailed his experiences during the 1956 revolution and how he was coerced into collaboration with the secret police at a young age. Despite his past, he emphasized that he had no further connections with the state security after 1966. He also mentioned that he was never approached by intelligence agents after 1967, even during his travels abroad. Korniss spoke out as many former agents' names are being disclosed publicly, including his own.