Hungary

The bishop of Győr said Hungarians were "especially thankful for Pope Francis, who demonstrated his consideration and respect for Hungarians on countless occasions".

The foreign minister said Hungarians who encounter trouble are advised to contact the 24-hour consular service.

Last year, 3,650 applications were submitted by foreign nationals from non-EU countries for the purchase of property in Hungary.

"Hungary's fate can only be determined by Hungarians," the prime minister said.

Mihály Varga said the NBH's new management would concentrate on strengthening the fulfilment of its basic tasks, increasing transparency and efficiency, while rationalising other tasks.

Minister Szijjártó slammed the European Parliament for "totally ignoring the democratic will of the people" through "making it impossible for the third largest party group to take positions".

"With his presence, the president wishes to express Hungarians’ love and respect for the Holy Father," a statement said on Tuesday.

The prime minister said Tisza's "masters" were in Brussels, and they were doing whatever they were told.

Gergely Gulyás said the people's opinion would determine Hungary's position on the matter.

Gergely Gulyás said the draft budget was the result of "cautious planning", assuming that global economic and political changes, primarily the establishment of peace, would produce economic growth.