According to Hungarian authorities, a total of 215,000 people have been detained for illegal crossing of the border so far this year. The Hungarian government also announced in a statement released that it had filed lawsuits against 1,500 smugglers this year alone.

According to Hungarian authorities, so far this year, a total of 215,000 people have been detained for illegal crossing of the border. The Hungarian government also announced in a statement released that it had filed lawsuits against 1,500 smugglers this year alone. Commenting on the data, Péter Szijjártó, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade, said that the number of immigrants arriving through the Western Balkan route reminded people of the situation during the 2015 immigration crisis. Minister

Szijjártó asked for support for the Western Balkans to ensure their security and the rest of Europe, noting that EU should make it clear to potential immigrants that they should not go to the European continent. The minister said that the three main elements that have always been important to , China and Europe, are security, stability and combating terrorism. Minister Szijjártó also mentioned Hungary’s protection for persecuted Christians and pointed out that Hungary’s helping humanitarian program has helped about 50 people stay or return home to date. At the same time, he stated that despite the current economic difficulties, the government will continue to implement the plan.

In addition, in August, authorities revealed that since the beginning of the year, a total of 145,000 people have registered on the country's borders illegal entry . In response, Chief Security Advisor György Bakondi explained that this figure increased by 57,000 compared to the same period last year. Meanwhile, Bacondi added that the number of arrested smugglers doubled to nearly 100. However, as the number of illegal entry increases, Bacondi said the government has decided to strengthen border fences, recruit and train a special border patrol force, and work with local police to ensure the security of the Hungarian border. About 10,000-13,000 immigrants enter Hungary from neighboring countries every day. From the beginning of the Ukrainian War to August, Hungary has hosted more than 885,000 people passing through the country.