Peter Magyar’s TISZA party defeated Viktor Orbán’s Fidesz in Hungarian elections, ending 16 years of rule and gaining a constitutional majority.
Magyar Declares Victory
Peter Magyar announced the victory of TISZA and Hungary, stating they had won by a two-thirds majority and would dismantle Orbán’s system and reclaim the country.
Supporters celebrated, chanting “Let the Tisza flow!” Magyar emphasized the victory’s broad reach, stating it would be visible in every home, village, and city.
Reactions from Poland
Warsaw Mayor Rafał Trzaskowski congratulated Peter Magyar and Hungarian friends on the victory, stating “Warsaw is in Budapest!” He also tagged Budapest Mayor Gergely Karacsony in his post on X.
President Karol Nawrocki stated the election was a sovereign choice of the Hungarian people and that the 1000-year-old Polish-Hungarian friendship must endure, adding he would cooperate with any leader chosen by free nations for the benefit of Poland.
Orbán’s Recent Diplomatic Efforts
Just weeks before the election, Polish President met with Viktor Orbán, a visit presented by pro-Fidesz media as a diplomatic success for Hungary.
Challenges Ahead for Magyar
David Vig, director of Amnesty International Hungary, noted that restoring the independence of institutions infiltrated by Orbán’s allies will be a significant challenge even with a constitutional majority.
Constitutional Majority Achieved
The TISZA party secured a constitutional majority, a feat unmatched by any opposition party in Hungary since 1989.
Karacsony’s Involvement
Budapest Mayor Gergely Karacsony was tagged in Trzaskowski’s congratulatory post on X.