# Controversy surrounding Miloš Kerkez and family

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/controversy-surrounding-milo-kerkez-and-family
> Updated: 2026-10-08T20:11:50.000Z. Sources: 15. Developments: 4.

Hungarian footballer Miloš Kerkez and his father, Sebastián Kerkez, became subjects of controversy following social media activity perceived as pro-Russian. The Ukrainian website Mirotvorec added both individuals to a ‘liquidation list,’ accusing them of supporting Russian aggression. This followed an Instagram post by Sebastián Kerkez featuring a photo of Miloš set to a Russian rap song, which was interpreted in Ukraine as a provocation.

The situation escalated when Miloš Kerkez, who was suspended from a Nations League match against Ukraine following a physical altercation with Ukrainian player Viktor Tsyhankov, chose to attend a second-division Serbian football match near his birthplace instead of supporting the Hungarian national team. This decision drew public backlash and threats.

Hungarian officials have responded to the developments. Politician Balázs Hidvéghi described the Mirotvorec listing as an ‘open threat to all Hungarians,’ while Foreign Minister Anita Orban condemned the ‘stigmatization and every form of threat’ directed at the athlete. Miloš Kerkez has attempted to distance himself from his father’s actions, stating, ‘It is important to understand that I am not my father.’

Foreign Minister Orban has since engaged in discussions with Ukrainian government officials, the Hungarian Football Federation, and the embassy to resolve the matter. She emphasized that Mirotvorec is not an official state channel of Ukraine and warned against the labeling and potential threats to Hungarian citizens. Kerkez has maintained that he was merely defending his teammates during the match in question and denies supporting Russian aggression.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-08: Milos Kerkez listed on Myrotvorets database sparks diplomatic tension

Hungarian footballer Milos Kerkez and politician Balázs Hidvéghi were added to the Myrotvorets “enemies of Ukraine” database, sparking a diplomatic dispute involving the Hungarian government.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/milos-kerkez-listed-on-myrotvorets-database-sparks-diplomatic-tension

### 2026-10-06: Milos Kerkez faces threats after attending Serbian match over Hungary fixture

Hungarian footballer Milos Kerkez faced threats after attending a Serbian football match instead of supporting his national team during a Nations League suspension. Foreign Minister Anita Orban condemned the's.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/milos-kerkez-faces-threats-after-attending-serbian-match-over-hungary-fixture

### 2026-10-06: Hungarian officials condemn listing of citizens on Mirotvorec website

Hungarian Foreign Minister Anita Orbán condemned the listing of footballer Milos Kerkez and MP Balázs Hidvéghi on the Mirotvorec website, which identifies individuals as enemies of Ukraine.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/hungarian-officials-condemn-listing-of-citizens-on-mirotvorec-website

### 2026-10-03: Miloš Kerkez and father added to Ukrainian liquidation list

Hungarian footballer Miloš Kerkez and his father were placed on a Ukrainian ‘liquidation list’ by the Mirotvorec portal following a social media post featuring a Russian song, sparking political tension in HU.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/milo-kerkez-and-father-added-to-ukrainian-liquidation-list

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