Politics
Critical on the Danube: Hungary's Nuclear Plant Gets a Reprieve
Record-low Danube water levels threaten nuclear power plants in the region. While Hungary announces the imminent shutdown of Paks, Romania takes dramatic measures to save its Cernavoda plant.
World
Hungary Shuts Down Paks Nuclear Plant for First Time in 44 Years
Amid record-low Danube water levels and extreme heat expected to hit 42°C, Hungary declares a state of emergency and fully halts its only nuclear power plant.
Politics
Magyar Warns: Hungary Faces Its Most Critical Five Days
Record-low Danube water levels due to prolonged drought have forced Hungary's only nuclear power plant to halt operations for the first time in over four decades, and the country is bracing for another heatwave.
World
Hungary Shuts Down Paks Nuclear Plant for the First Time in History as Danube Runs Dry
Record-low water levels on the Danube have forced Hungary to completely shut down a plant that produces half of the country's electricity, prompting the government to announce major investments in renewables.