# Hungarian PM says Paks NPP to continue operating until Tuesday

https://mins.news/en/item/12265

- TASS, 2026-08-03 08:49 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/world/2168297

> Hungary’s prime minister said the Paks nuclear power plant would continue operating until Tuesday. Earlier reports said the facility was running at just over 10% of its full capacity. The statement concerns the plant’s continued operation while its output remains sharply below its maximum level.

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