U.S. and Russia Lose, EU Wins in Hungary: Peter Magyar Becomes Prime Minister

In a major political shift, Hungary has elected a new prime minister, with Peter Magyar set to take office after defeating long-time leader Viktor Orbán.

Orbán, who had been in power since 2010, conceded defeat and congratulated Magyar on his victory, stating that he would continue to serve the public from the opposition.

During the campaign, Orbán employed rhetoric critical of the European Union and Ukraine. He had also drawn criticism from European partners after vetoing €90 billion in EU aid to Ukraine.

Orbán had received backing from U.S. President Donald Trump, who described him as a “true friend and winner.” In support of his campaign, U.S. Vice President JD Vance visited Budapest, where the two attended a joint rally.

The 45-year-old Magyar, who was a member of Orbán’s Fidesz party from 2002 to 2024, left the party and joined the newly established Tisza Party.

In his campaign, Magyar pledged to rebuild relations with the European Union and end close ties with Russia.

Source: NTV