Hungary Politics
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upi.comHungary’s New Prime Minister Sworn In and Drops Veto on EU Sanctions
Péter Magyar was sworn in as Hungary’s prime minister on Saturday. The new government immediately signaled a shift toward closer alignment with the European Union. Hungary dropped its veto on sanctions against violent Israeli settlers, ending a long-standing block on the measure.
The TimesPéter Magyar Sworn In as Hungary’s Prime Minister
Péter Magyar was sworn in as prime minister on Saturday after his Tisza party won a decisive victory in April elections, ending 16 years of rule by Viktor Orbán. In his first speech, Magyar apologised to those stigmatised under the previous government and pledged to serve rather…
Le Monde**Péter Magyar Inaugurated as Hungary's Prime Minister After Tisza Party Election Victory**
The 45-year-old leader of the Tisza party was sworn in on May 9 after his party secured 53 percent of the vote in April 12 elections. Tens of thousands gathered outside Parliament in Budapest as the new government moved immediately to restore the European Union flag to the buildi…
abcnews.go.comPéter Magyar Sworn In as Hungary’s Prime Minister
Péter Magyar, 45, took office on May 9, 2026, after his Tisza party secured a two-thirds majority in last month’s election. The new government immediately pledged to restore EU ties, unlock frozen funds and reverse Orbán-era controls on judiciary, media and academia. Several thou…
Al JazeeraPéter Magyar Sworn In as Hungary’s New Prime Minister After Tisza Party’s Election Victory
Péter Magyar took office on May 9 2026 after his Tisza party secured a two-thirds majority in April elections, ending 16 years of Viktor Orbán's leadership. The new government immediately raised the EU flag on parliament and outlined plans to restore democratic checks, investigat…
EuronewsPéter Magyar Holds Talks in Brussels After Election Win
Péter Magyar, Hungary's prime minister-elect, held talks in Brussels with top EU officials following his party's landslide election victory. He vowed that frozen EU funds would soon flow to Budapest after constructive discussions. The move aims to address economic stagnation and…
rte.ieHungarian Opposition Leader Accuses Orbán Allies of Transferring Assets Abroad
Associates of Viktor Orbán have begun transferring wealth out of Hungary following his party's election loss on April 12, 2026. Incoming leader Péter Magyar accused them of shielding assets from accountability and called for detentions. Assets are reportedly heading to the Middle…
ecns.cnPeter Magyar Reports Asset Movements by Orbán-Linked Figures
Incoming Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar stated he has information about wealthy figures connected to Viktor Orban’s outgoing government moving assets abroad. He called on authorities to detain families of fleeing oligarchs. The statement highlights potential concerns over…
france24.comHungary's Orban to Vacate Parliamentary Seat After Fidesz's Election Loss to Tisza Party
Hungary's outgoing Prime Minister Viktor Orban announced he would relinquish his parliamentary seat following his coalition's loss in the April 12, 2026, election. Political newcomer Péter Magyar secured a two-thirds majority for his party. Orban cited the need for reorganizing h…
The Washington PostEU Approves Loan to Ukraine After Hungary Lifts Opposition
The European Union has given preliminary approval to a multibillion-euro loan for Ukraine, overcoming months of delays caused by Hungary's objections. The shift follows the recent defeat of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban in elections, with the new government dropping oppos…