The detention was reported with reference to press reports. Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar announced this on his Facebook social media page, as reported by DW.
Operation details and charges
According to AFP, the news website Kontroll was the first to report the incident. As part of the human trafficking investigation, law enforcement agencies detained several individuals and conducted searches at their residences.
The operation involves the National Bureau of Investigation (NNI) and the National Asset Recovery and Protection Office (NVVH) — an anti-corruption body established as part of Magyar's campaign. Previously, last year, investigative journalists linked one of Aron Orban's companies to an alleged scheme facilitating Hungarian work visas.
"The target is me; my brother is merely a tool"
Former head of government Viktor Orban called the incident a "dirty game" and stated that the government is attempting to eliminate his political opponents. In response, Peter Magyar noted that Orban's statements effectively confirm the fact of his brother's detention.
Context
Aron Orban implemented several business projects during his brother's time in power. In Hungary, where approximately 9.6 million people reside, the case has caused a wide political resonance.
