
Fidesz Leader Kocsis Máté Denies Government Ambitions
Fidesz parliamentary group leader Máté Kocsis stated he has no government ambitions and would not bet against Sándor Pintér remaining Interior Minister if the right-wing wins the election.
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Fidesz parliamentary group leader Máté Kocsis stated he has no government ambitions and would not bet against Sándor Pintér remaining Interior Minister if the right-wing wins the election.

The mayor of Babót ironically requested locals to light candles under the Fidesz MP's posters, promising to personally remove and publicly burn the 'war-mongering, inciting' posters.

Máté Kocsis, the Fidesz faction leader, stated in an interview that he would strongly protest if he were considered for the position of Interior Minister, emphasizing he has no governmental ambitions.

Az Őszi Hacacáré után jönnek a Szerencsekoncertek, a Fidesz kedvenc énekesei és zenekarai április 11-ig koncerteznek közpénzből.

The leader of the Tisza Party, Magyar Péter, is demanding that the government immediately reinstate the previous Fidesz-government measure of a 480 HUF fuel price cap.

A comic book titled 'Me, the Two-Faced' has been released by a Fidesz-affiliated movement, aiming to discredit Hungarian political figure Péter Magyar with accusations and caricatures.

Fidesz parliamentary group leader Kocsis Máté presented several unusual theories at a public forum in Tabi, suggesting that Ukrainians are behind a photo of Péter Magyar published on radnaimark.hu.

György Simonka, a former Fidesz MP accused of budget fraud, is running in the upcoming election. He is criticized for allegedly reverting the South Békés region to its pre-2010 state during his twelve years as a local Fidesz representative.

Economic analyst Viktor Zsiday examined the correlation between real wage growth and votes for the ruling Fidesz party, finding that the party may have lost half a million voters since the last elections.

The Fidesz party's electoral advantage has diminished in the Göd district of Pest County, Hungary, due to local issues like poor infrastructure, pipe bursts, unbuilt schools, and pollution from the Samsung factory.

The Fidesz-KDNP faction in Győr removed the Győr-Szol debate from the agenda, citing the opposition mayor's alleged lies, but unexpectedly approved Mayor Pintér Bence's budget proposal.

PSG Ogli, a 'super-rich' TikTok influencer known from a reality show, has joined the campaign of the ruling Fidesz party's candidate in Erzsébetváros, Hungary.

A Publicus poll indicates that nearly half of Fidesz voters believe the government should have acted on the pollution from the Samsung factory in Göd, with many calling for Péter Szijjártó's resignation.

Ágoston Mráz, head of Nézőpont Institute, defended himself against accusations of misrepresenting survey results related to a Medián poll, supporting a Fidesz propagandist's post about 'real' numbers.

PSG Ogli arról beszélt, hogy akik szerint nem jó élni Magyarországon, azok menjenek Ukrajnába. Akkor valószínűleg rájönnek, hogy Magyarország sokkal jobb hely.

The Bethlen Gábor Fund directed 35 billion forints to Transylvania last year, with nearly one-seventh of that amount going to two foundations associated with the RMDSZ party.

Szabolcs Bóna, the Tisza Party candidate running in the strongly Fidesz-leaning Csornai district, is so confident in his individual victory that he does not wish to be placed on the party's national list, a decision accepted by Péter Magyar.

Bóna Szabolcs, running in a Fidesz-dominated district, has requested not to be included on the Tisza Party's national list, stating he will not enter parliament if he does not win his election in Csorna.

As Péter Magyar continues to challenge the political establishment and Viktor Orbán warns of Ukrainian threats, smaller parties struggle with signature collection, indicating a potential desire for systemic change among Hungarians.
An analysis of Polish-Hungarian relations suggests that defeating Fidesz in Hungary requires not only an electoral victory but also immediate action post-election, outlining three potential scenarios.

The Fidesz-affiliated 4iG group had a fantastic year, acquiring significant state defense industry capacities and achieving a historic high in revenue of 734 billion forints, with its after-tax profit increasing sixfold.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán stated that Fidesz could lose the upcoming elections if blue-collar workers, skilled laborers, and public workers do not turn out to vote in sufficient numbers, acknowledging a decrease in support among intellectuals.

Maďarsko čekají parlamentní volby a premiér Viktor Orbán po téměř 16 letech ve funkci čelí dosud nejsilnějšímu vyzyvateli, v průzkumech vede opoziční strana TISZA Pétera Magyara.

Following Medián's data and reports of drones, MP Jámbor András is re-evaluating his previous skepticism regarding opposition opinions, stating that such threats should prompt an immediate meeting of the National Security Committee.

Hungarian Interior Minister Pintér Sándor stated that there's a 50-50 chance that Viktor Orbán will be the next Prime Minister, or someone else. He also revealed his own chances of retaining his position if Fidesz wins.

Political analyst Gábor Török recalled a 2006 event that bears a striking resemblance to Viktor Orbán's recent actions, noting that Fidesz then considered misleading threats dangerous for democracy.

With regular parliamentary elections scheduled for April 12, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and his Fidesz party face a real possibility of losing power for the first time since 2010.

According to the head of Medián, Endre Hann, the Göd case may have played a role in the measurable decline of Fidesz's support. He suggests that investigative journalism has had an increasing impact in recent years.

PM Viktor Orban and his Fidesz party face their strongest challenge in parliamentary elections scheduled for April 12.

A new poll commissioned by HVG shows the Tisza party leading Fidesz by 20%, prompting analysis on where Tisza gained new voters and how recent scandals might have influenced the electorate.

Fidesz politicians in Budapest have stated that no railway areas will be sold before the elections, with László Böröcz claiming it would be physically impossible to sell plots near train stations.

A Fidesz szerint azért nem lehet hinni a 20 százalékpontos Tisza-előnyt mérő kutatásnak, mert januárban 90 százalékos részvételi arányt mértek. Hann szerint azonban ilyet soha nem állítottak.

Hungarian analyst Tóta W. Árpád questions how many people genuinely believe the government's war-mongering rhetoric, suggesting that the ruling Fidesz party is genuinely afraid.
The centrist opposition Tisza party, led by Péter Magyar, has increased its lead over Viktor Orbán's ruling Fidesz party in Hungary, according to a new poll ahead of parliamentary elections.

Fidesz politician Eszter Vitályos's promises from the 2022 election, including a school sports hall, a new ambulance station, and road renovations, have largely not been started or completed.

The Tisza Party is making inroads in a previously secure Fidesz constituency in Hungary, with residents citing concerns about corruption and theft as reasons for the shift.

An opposition MP claims to have overheard a plan in Parliament to discredit a Tisza party candidate, with a related article appearing in government media, though a Fidesz politician denies the accusation.

Analyst Török Gábor states that if the latest Medián poll results are accurate, the election is decided, as such a lead cannot be overturned.

Péter Magyar, leader of the Tisza Party, accuses the ruling Fidesz party of accidentally submitting photocopied signature sheets to the Election Office in Orosháza and collecting signatures in hospitals, schools, and workplaces.
Intense fighting is reported in eastern DR Congo over the strategic coltan mine located in Rubaya.

Fidesz candidate Németh Balázs has made dog feces a central theme of his campaign, even creating a video showing dog waste being delivered to him in a poop bag.

Political analyst Török Gábor observes that beyond Fidesz and the Tisza Party, other Hungarian parties are struggling, with Mi Hazánk performing best among smaller parties and DK not excelling even in Budapest.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán estimates Fidesz is leading in 65 constituencies but notes a local Fidesz candidate is currently losing, based on his own papers during a campaign rally.

Fidesz and KDNP faction leaders stated that the extraordinary parliamentary session called to discuss the Samsung case was based on 'fake news', leading to their boycott.

Győr's mayor, Pintér Bence, criticized the Fidesz party for not attending the extraordinary city council meeting, stating it was the third time they had 'fled' the assembly.
Five years after the assassination of Ambassador Attanasio, the security situation in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has reportedly deteriorated.

Péter Magyar, leader of the Tisza Party, stated that they possess new incriminating information regarding Fidesz-related cases, including the Göd battery factory, which he claims can be substantiated with witnesses and recordings.

Nyikos Gábor, the mayor of Babót, known for attracting teachers with holiday offers, revealed to HVG how the NER system rewards and punishes mayors and discussed overpricing in projects like the Budapest-Belgrade railway.

Kovács Gergely, president of the Two-Tailed Dog Party, argues that if his party enters parliament, it would result in fewer Fidesz members, responding to questions about why the party should run when 100-300 thousand people want to vote for them.

Fidesz declared victory after the recommendation collection period, citing the National Election Office. However, the Election Office did not publish data on individual recommendation counts, making Fidesz's claim based on non-existent numbers.

The official campaign period for the upcoming elections in Hungary has begun, with initial messages from Fidesz indicating a reliance on artificial intelligence-generated content.

The mayor of Babót, known for a previous controversial promise, is now asking residents to light candles under Fidesz candidate Gyopáros Alpár's posters to express dissatisfaction, and promises to burn the 'war posters' himself.

According to analyst Török Gábor, more members of Fidesz are accepting that the Tisza Party is taking the lead, hoping for a close election result that would allow them to continue governing, possibly in a coalition with Mi Hazánk.

According to political analyst Török Gábor, more people within Fidesz are accepting Tisza's lead. He believes Fidesz could still have a chance at an absolute majority even after a close defeat, if the difference remains under 3 percent.

Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó believes Ukrainians are forced to agree to a settlement if Fidesz wins, as their money will run out faster than Hungary's oil, suggesting the war is a 'business model' for Ukraine.

A kopogtatók között gimnazisták is vannak, akik tanítási időben végezhetnek kampánytevékenységet – ez a román törvények szerint súlyos szabálysértés.

József Felföldi, a billionaire from Debrecen, has sent a message to Fidesz campaign chief Balázs Orbán, stating that polls indicate the Tisza party has already decisively beaten Fidesz, effectively deciding the election.

Thirteen mostly high school students from Târgu Mureș were taken to Szolnok, Hungary, by the Hungarian Civic Force organization to campaign for the Fidesz–KDNP candidate, as part of a political cooperation agreement.

Some Fidesz candidates in Hungary are reportedly distancing themselves from the party's central slogans and colors, with examples including a candidate campaigning as a 'civilian' and others using blue posters or creating their own slogans.

Political analyst Gábor Török identified a similarity between the Tisza Party's and Fidesz-KDNP's national lists, commenting on Tisza's recent announcement.
Hungary's opposition is gaining ground, suggesting that Prime Minister Viktor Orban's Fidesz party may struggle to use Ukraine as a new scare tactic to maintain power, unlike previous issues such as immigrants or George Soros.

András Fekete-Győr, with influencers like Áron Molnár, is launching a campaign called 'Half a Million Young People for Change' to mobilize 150-200,000 new voters against Fidesz.

“The Mercosur agreement is being implemented even though the European Parliament (EP) did not approve it and has even taken the matter to court,” pointed out Csaba Dömötör, Fidesz MEP, in a Facebook post responding to Ursula von der Leyen’s announcement that the European Commission will begin provisional application of the agreement. Csaba Dömötör added […] The post Commission Forces Through Mercosur Deal Without European Parliament Approval appeared first on Hungary Today.

Weeks before the election, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is relying on war fears, AI propaganda, and smear campaigns, but his Fidesz party is still losing significant ground in polls.

Some would even give back their citizenship if Fidesz wins again, but moving back home is not self-evident for anyone in the event of a change of government.

Observations from Budapest's inner districts reveal that the Tisza party's campaign posters are notably absent from the streets, in stark contrast to Fidesz and the DK party, which is polling at 2 percent.

Fidesz-KDNP candidate Norbert Erdős submitted copied recommendation sheets in Orosháza, which are invalid, but still gathered enough signatures. A complaint was filed, but the police terminated the procedure.

Fidesz campaign manager Balázs Orbán stated that János Lázár and Péter Szijjártó are key figures in the party's campaign due to their popularity, speaking at a private event in Kunszállás.

A Fidesz candidate was fined 900,000 for campaigning at a 'Lázárinfó' event held in a school in Hajdúböszörmény, despite arguments that no classes were in session at the time.

Péter Magyar has promised to uncover all instances of election fraud in Hungary and ensure consequences, urging mayors not to threaten people with job loss and Fidesz politicians not to use municipal funds for campaigning.

The Göd scandal has intensified following a video by Péter Magyar, raising questions about its potential impact on the Fidesz campaign and the conditions for political scandals to have consequences.

According to Gábor Török, the Medián poll showing a two-thirds majority for the Tisza party would signify a 'completely new system, a new world' in Hungarian politics, which the Fidesz-dependent elite would not easily endure.

A public opinion poll commissioned by aHang indicates that Hungarian voters believe another Fidesz victory, rather than a change in government, would lead to a societal crisis, and that war rhetoric and 'Safe Choice' slogans are ineffective.

Gergely Gulyás responded to HVG regarding the reality of the threat to energy infrastructure, which Prime Minister Viktor Orbán warned about, and why Orbán's announcement is 'good news for everyone'.

András Bíró-Nagy, director of Policy Solutions, suggests that if even half of the Medián poll results are true, Fidesz's campaign is in trouble, attributing it to Orbán Viktor's strategic error in not compromising with the EU.

Actress Lovas Rozi has criticized Hungary's ruling Fidesz party, calling their campaign tactics 'stomach-churning' and accusing them of exploiting people's credulity and vulnerability with false narratives.

Veronika Kövesdi, a media researcher, criticizes an AI-generated Fidesz video depicting an 'execution' from the perspective of the child featured in it, calling for recognition and prevention of such 'putto-politics'.

Edvin Kaiser, a former Fidesz parliamentary candidate in Józsefváros, has announced his departure from the party, describing the local organization as a '5-10 person joint-stock company' and denying any affiliation with the Tisza Party.

As the election campaign begins in Hungary, the Tisza Party has immediately filed three objections, one of which alleges that the public service Kossuth Radio's Facebook page predominantly posted about Fidesz events.

The Hungarian government plans to designate a natural value-rich area in Budaörs as a priority investment zone for housing development, drawing protests even from Fidesz candidates, who unanimously voted against the proposal.

Recent poll numbers from Medián suggest that the Fidesz party might need to worry about the Tisza party potentially gaining a two-thirds majority, with the figures being unexpected but not unprecedented.

Honnan szerezhetett új szavazókat a Tisza? Fordíthat még a számokon a Fidesz? Szerdán 17 órától a Fülke élő adásában Hann Endrével elemzi a HVG megbízásából készült friss Medián-kutatást Kacskovics Mi

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's Fidesz party has fallen further behind the center-right TISZA party of opposition leader Magyar in a recent Medián poll.

Hungarian politician Orsolya Ferencz claims a Fidesz supporter was attacked and hospitalized after confronting someone removing posters.

Campaign posters for local Fidesz candidate Kovács Balázs Norbert were removed in Budapest's Újlipótváros district after being placed on flower-holding pillars without municipal permission.

Anikó Lévai has joined the Fidesz campaign in the district of Péter Magyar, where Fidesz is fielding Attila Steiner, State Secretary of the Ministry of Energy.
The opposition Tisza party in Hungary has reportedly widened its lead over Prime Minister Viktor Orban's ruling Fidesz party.

A Medián poll indicates the Tisza Party leads Fidesz by 11 percentage points among all eligible voters, and by 20 points among decided voters, according to a political analyst.

András Jámbor, an opposition politician, reported overhearing two Fidesz politicians in the Parliament's dining room coordinating a smear article against a Fidesz candidate in Pécs, which he then posted about.

Residents of Újlipótváros woke up to an 'Fidesz poster forest' with up to 64 identical posters of the government party's candidate on short sections of streets, reportedly without municipal permission.

The Hungarian Media Council is not investigating a Fidesz AI video that allegedly uses war and 'headshot' imagery, citing that it cannot examine content distributed on foreign platforms like Facebook.

Hol húzódik a határ, amelyet keresztény ember – akár az egyik, akár a másik oldalon áll – nem léphet át? A Fidesz háborús kampányvideójáról kért állásfoglalást egy egyháztörténész a püspököktől.

The election campaign officially began in Hungary over the weekend. Thus, 50 days before the crucial parliamentary elections, the rivalry, especially between the ruling Fidesz party and its opposition challenger, fully intensified in the country.

The Tisza Party plans to introduce a 1% wealth tax if it comes to power, a measure that the Fidesz government secretly considered in 2012 but ultimately abandoned.

Péter Magyar addressed a crowd in Szeged, questioning local Fidesz politicians about their silence during the Göd, MNB, and child protection scandals.
Hungary's government, led by Viktor Orbán, plans to sell lucrative state-owned land worth hundreds of millions of euros to private hands. This move is set to occur just two days before parliamentary elections, where Orbán's Fidesz party is expected to face defeat.
AFRICA/DR CONGO - Five years after the assassination of Ambassador Attanasio, the situation in the east of the country has worsened Agenzia Fides

Hungarian rapper G.w.M denies claims that he was 'bought' by the Fidesz party, suggesting that left-wing influencers were deployed against him after he praised Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.

The Hungarian Olympic Committee (MOB) cited a technical problem, while Magyar Hang reported that Fidesz intervened to prevent the Russian-born pair from participating.
Hungarians are facing a crucial election, with many desperately seeking change after Viktor Orbán's decade and a half in power, finding new hope in a strong new figure on the right wing.

Hungarian rapper Majka commented on a controversial Fidesz video, which depicted a 'headshot' scene similar to one from his concert, questioning who should be billed for the idea.

The Kék Vonal (Blue Line) foundation warns that political campaign videos, especially those featuring children in violent contexts, can cause increased anxiety, fear, and panic reactions in children.

It took 131 episodes of our series to happen: for the first time, Fidesz does not provide the most contestants on the top list, nor did they collect the most likes.

Partidul de centru-dreapta Tisza din Ungaria devansează partidul Fidesz al premierului Viktor Orban înaintea alegerilor din 12 aprilie, în timp ce partidul de extremă dreapta Our Homeland câștigă…

A survey conducted by U.S.-based McLaughlin & Associates between February 25 and March 2 found that Péter Magyar took the wrong position on a key national issue in the eyes of most voters, Index…

A new poll by Závecz shows the Tisza Party leading Fidesz by 50-38, with Mi Hazánk entering parliament, while DK and MKKP have lost voters.

Hungary's ruling Fidesz party canceled a committee meeting 45 minutes before it was scheduled, where the issue of Göd was on the agenda, arguing that environmental regulations are for authorities to enforce.

Fidesz MP Péter Ovádi praised fitness couple Rubint Réka and Schobert Norbert, stating that Réka is a role model for many young people and Norbert's name is synonymous with a conscious lifestyle.

Gábor Kuncze, former president of SZDSZ, believes the current political situation is very similar to 2010, but not in favor of Fidesz, and expects the party's disintegration.

Kocsis Máté, a Fidesz politician, compared himself to Ildikó Lendvai and dismissed the idea that young people are not supporting Fidesz as a 'stupid left-wing narrative'.

Hungary's Fidesz party, led by Viktor Orban, is employing AI-generated war videos in its election campaign, a tactic criticized as cynical, harmful to children, and often ludicrous, raising questions about its effectiveness.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's political standing is reportedly weakening, with the opposition gaining popularity as his previous 'wonder weapons' like immigration and George Soros, and now Ukraine, fail to secure Fidesz's power.

Independent MP András Jámbor celebrates the Hungarian parliament's decision to condemn the punishability of criticizing the Beneš Decrees, despite Fidesz having preempted his initiative.

In Győr, an opposition mayor faces challenges in overseeing city-owned companies due to a Fidesz majority, with public anger sparked by a 1.7 billion forint controversy where the mayor cannot access information.

A Hungarian Fidesz politician, Menczer, was questioned about his 1.5 million forint ministerial salary and his workload, to which he began counting the days of the week.

Hungarian news outlet HVG, with the support of its subscribers, commits to providing high-quality journalism for all citizens during the six weeks leading up to the election, emphasizing transparency for voters.

Veronika Varga-Bajusz, a Fidesz state secretary, was reportedly laughed at by graduating veterinary students during her diploma ceremony as she spoke about 'vile, shoddy people' trying to hinder their success.

Despite a European Court ruling against Hungary in the Klubrádió case, the article states that the independent radio market is effectively over, with most stations by 2026 expected to be controlled by Lőrinc Mészáros or the state, indicating complete Fidesz dominance of the airwaves.

An update on the Hungarian election landscape indicates that Fidesz, Tisza, and Mi Hazánk have secured their national lists, while DK and the Dog Party are struggling to meet the requirements with one week remaining.

The local election committee fined Papp Zsolt, the Fidesz candidate in Hajdúböszörmény, 900,000 forints for violating the public education law by holding a party political event in an educational institution.

Kecskemét, a long-standing Fidesz stronghold and major car manufacturing city, is facing an uncertain election outcome this year despite being a model Fidesz city in many aspects, including its electoral districts.

Dániel Róna, director of 21 Kutatóközpont, believes Medián's poll showing a significant lead for the Tisza Party is accurate but doesn't think Fidesz is out of the race. He also stated that the Göd case is a serious moral issue that Tisza is right to keep on the agenda, and that Szijjártó and Lázár are currently indispensable.

According to an expert, the Fidesz party and its campaign are showing several signs of crisis, even in its traditional strongholds.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has indicated a potential concession regarding EU aid, as his Fidesz party faces a strong challenge from opposition leader Péter Magyar ahead of upcoming elections.

A Hungarian authority and a constitutional institution, both theoretically independent, have visibly sided with Fidesz in what is described as a Facebook 'coup attempt,' raising questions about the ruling party's ability to spread propaganda unhindered until elections and potentially impacting EU membership.

A political scientist suggests that the Fidesz party's campaign is contradictory and constantly shifting its focus, which is unlikely to increase their support.

Hungarian Minister Gergely Gulyás stated that Ukraine's leadership is consciously threatening Hungary's energy security, necessitating the purchase of Russian oil due to refinery optimization, during

Edvin Kaiser, a former candidate for Józsefváros Fidesz, has left the party, stating that the local organization no longer functions as a community but rather as a small, five-to-ten-person 'joint-stock company' that hinders the district's development.

Ahead of parliamentary elections in Hungary, polls indicate a significant lead for the Tisza party, ahead of Viktor Orban's Fidesz by as much as 20 percent.

The latest Medián poll results were discussed live, with analysis suggesting Fidesz is unlikely to reverse trends and the question is whether Tisza will achieve a simple or two-thirds majority.

The Budapest City Assembly was marked by election fervor, discussing local issues such as the outsourcing of BKM's internal audit, city museums, and other Budapest-specific matters.
Facing poor poll results, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, described as the Kremlin's strongest EU ally, is trying to convince voters that Russia, not economic stagnation, is the biggest threat.

A számaik szerint sem Göd, sem a Magyar Péterrel összefüggésbe hozott, lebegtetett intim videó nem volt érdemi hatással a szavazókra.

After a Medián poll showed a significant lead for the Tisza Party, a pro-government Nézőpont poll was quickly released, showing Fidesz-KDNP with a 45% lead over Tisza's 40%.

Balázs Orbán, Fidesz's campaign manager, reacted to a recent public opinion poll by Medián which indicated that the Tisza Party had increased its lead.

Tisza, the opposition party led by Peter Magyar, has extended its lead over Fidesz, the prime minister's party, to 20 percentage points among voters determined to go to the polls, according to a survey.

Fidelitas members protested the Tisza faction's entry into the Budapest Metropolitan Assembly with paper mache puppets. Fidesz has proposed a resolution to require the Tisza faction leader to divest from Schell shares.

A kormánypártot fontos fegyverétől fosztották meg októberben, azóta különféle módszerekkel próbálja hozni a korábbi elérési mutatókat. Vannak trükkök, amik többé-kevésbé működnek, de organikusan legin

Balatinicz Péter, a Tisza party candidate, met Tibor Navracsics at a mulled wine competition and commented on election polls, suggesting the Fidesz lead in Sümeg will not be enough for victory.

During his national tour, Tisza party president Péter Magyar visited Baja, where he sent a message to Fidesz and introduced the region's individual candidate, predicting a significant victory for his party.

Hungary's National Media and Infocommunications Authority (NMHH) stated it cannot act on a Fidesz 'headshot' video because Facebook operates from Ireland, placing it outside the authority's jurisdiction.

A political capital election expert, László Róbert, discussed the past few days of the Hungarian election campaign, suggesting that the highest voter turnout ever could occur in the April election.

An analysis of the initial days of the Hungarian election campaign suggests that Péter Magyar's Tisza Party and Fidesz are performing strongly, while smaller parties are struggling.

During his national tour, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán predicted Fidesz would win in 65 constituencies, while campaigning in Sülysáp and warning about rising fuel and utility prices that only his party could prevent.

The Fidesz-KDNP group in the European Parliament has submitted amendments to the European Parliament’s report on the so-called Democracy Shield program to ensure full transparency, Csaba Dömötör, Fidesz MEP, said in a press release on Friday. As the MEP sees it, they are calling on the European Commission to create a unified, publicly accessible central […] The post We Demand a Unified Register of Organizations Funded By Brussels, Demands Fidesz MEP appeared first on Hungary Today.

Hungarian Minister János Lázár suggests that many Fidesz supporters are afraid to reveal who they vote for, fearing ostracization. He believes the election is not decided and Fidesz can still win despite the Tisza Party's louder presence.

A letter from the Polish Bishops' Conference, intended to be read in churches on Sunday, caused confusion among Catholic clergy and faithful due to its strong resemblance to the Fidesz campaign's war rhetoric, leading many to omit reading it.

Hungary's central bank is widely anticipated to cut interest rates on Tuesday, a move that could benefit the ruling Fidesz party in the upcoming campaign. The decision comes as inflation has significantly moderated and the forint remains strong.

It was reportedly decided in the highest echelons of Fidesz that it would not be a good idea for two Russian-born athletes to carry the Hungarian flag in front of such a large audience.

On Saturday, it was also reported by MTI that the Pavlova–Sviatchenko pair would carry the flag, but this ultimately did not happen. According to the MOB, a technical error was behind it.

Péter Magyar declared his TISZA party's overwhelming success in the recommendation collection race, accusing the ruling Fidesz party of panicking, struggling, and resorting to lies, particularly regarding official versus supporter recommendations.

Hungarian singer and politician Majka has criticized a war-mongering video created with artificial intelligence, which was shared by Budapest's Fidesz party.