A severe outbreak of small ruminant disease, caused by the virus PPR (Panleukopenia), has been confirmed on a farm in Hungary, leading to the culling of over a thousand sheep. The disease was initially identified after 12 sheep died and samples from the dead animals tested positive. The source of the infection was traced back to Romania, and in response, Hungary has imposed restrictions on small ruminant imports from the country and established containment and surveillance zones. This marks the first detection of PPR in Hungary, making it the fourth EU country to lose its disease-free status, following Greece, Romania, and Bulgaria. PPR is known for its high contagion rate and significant mortality, usually affecting 30% to 70% of affected herds. Fortunately, the disease does not pose a threat to humans.