
Viktor Orbán Steps Down From Parliament After Election Defeat
Following a landslide election defeat, Viktor Orbán announced he would not take up his parliamentary seat. He stated his intention to focus on reorganizing his political party.
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Following a landslide election defeat, Viktor Orbán announced he would not take up his parliamentary seat. He stated his intention to focus on reorganizing his political party.

Ministerial chairs are being diligently cleaned and installed in the Hungarian Parliament's assembly hall, signaling preparations for a new parliamentary session.

141 political newcomers from the Tisza Party have approximately four weeks to prepare for the start of parliamentary work, receiving legal guides, studying house rules and the constitution, and undergoing training.

Hungarian parliamentary parties have concluded their second round of consultations, reaching an agreement on the structure of the new parliamentary committees. The deal reportedly includes the social committee being allocated to the opposition.

The final count of votes in Hungary's recent elections has been announced, confirming an increased number of parliamentary mandates for Peter Magyar's Tisza Party. This outcome further strengthens the party's presence in the Hungarian Parliament.

The new Hungarian Parliament is expected to be formed and open its session in early May. This marks a significant step in the country's political calendar.

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Hungarians are heading to the polls on April 12 for a parliamentary election that could see Viktor Orbán's 16-year rule challenged by opposition leader Péter Magyar. Pre-election polls suggest a tight race.

Hungary is holding long-awaited parliamentary elections, with N1 providing direct coverage of the results. The outcome of these elections is being closely watched in Belgrade, as they could significantly impact Serbia's foreign policy position.

Less than two weeks before the Hungarian parliamentary elections, reports from Vojvodina, Serbia, suggest that Fidesz supporters have taken direct control over the handling of postal votes. The campaign's structure and the involvement of VMSZ president Pásztor Bálint are highlighted.

RTL has addressed criticism regarding the timing of the revamped 'Heti Hetes' show's return on April 12, the night of the Hungarian parliamentary elections. Gábor Hevér is confirmed as a permanent cast member, with four of the seven team members now publicly known.
Members of the foreign affairs committees from the Serbian and Hungarian parliaments met in Belgrade, affirming that relations between their two countries are at the highest level, underpinned by strong cooperation between Prime Minister Viktor Orban and President Aleksandar Vučić.

The number of registrations for the Roma national list in Hungary has significantly increased in recent days, making it almost certain they will secure a parliamentary mandate, with the list leader expressing support for Fidesz.

On its last working day before the election campaign recess, the Hungarian parliament will attempt to pass important laws for the disbursement of funds under the Recovery and Resilience Plan.

One month before the Hungarian parliamentary election, Prime Minister Viktor Orban appears to be losing support among his traditional voter base, particularly in the eastern part of the country.

Ukraine's Embassy in Hungary stated that Ukraine considers Hungarian laws legalizing the seizure of its funds null and void, remarking that the Hungarian parliament likely received applause in Moscow.

The Hungarian Parliament has passed a law transferring the registration of individual entrepreneurs to the Hungarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, granting the chamber significantly broader powers than before.

The Hungarian Parliament has suspended the immunity of Ákos Hadházy in two private prosecution cases, both involving Fidesz representatives.

Despite a Constitutional Court directive, a Hungarian parliamentary committee rejected a proposal to register same-sex couples married abroad, failing to address a constitutional omission.

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.

Kelemen Hunor, leader of UDMR, states that over 90% of Hungarians in Romania will vote for Viktor Orbán's party in the upcoming Hungarian parliamentary elections, despite Orbán's opposition to sanctions against Russia.

The Hungarian Parliament's spring session has commenced with Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's speech, which is expected to be his last before the upcoming elections, with discussions possibly including the Samsung Göd case.

Iran's foreign minister arrived in Pakistan, fueling speculation about potential direct talks with the U.S. President Trump stated he anticipates Iran will present an offer aimed at satisfying American demands.
Peter Magyar has defeated Viktor Orban in Hungarian parliamentary elections, ending Orban's combined 20 years in power, and has begun outlining sweeping changes for the country.

A report on parliamentary activity in Hungary reveals that Bence Rétvári spoke for over 53 hours, making him the most active, while two Fidesz members and one Jobbik member, including Gábor Kubatov, did not speak at all over four years.

An analysis by the Republikon Institute indicates that one in four representatives in the new Hungarian parliament will be women, improving Hungary's standing but still aligning with the EU average for women in decision-making roles.

Gergely Gulyás stated that fair discussions took place between the Tisza and Fidesz parties in the Hungarian parliament. It remains undecided whether the current minister will take a seat in parliament.

Ivan Gugan, a Croatian, was elected to the Hungarian parliament as a non-voting minority representative, expressing hopes for improved relations between Croatia and Hungary.

Several well-known Fidesz politicians, including ministers, spokespersons, and state secretaries, will not return to the Hungarian Parliament after failing to secure re-election. Many had served for years or decades.

Hungarian parliamentary elections are experiencing unexpectedly high public interest and record voter turnout, with nearly 38 percent of voters participating in the first five hours, as the campaign's intensity and the wavering support for Premier Viktor Orbán's majority draw significant attention and implications for Europe.

The upcoming Hungarian parliamentary elections in April 2026 are seen as a crucial moment for the reconstruction and reinvention of the Hungarian political community, particularly impacting Hungarians in Transylvania.

Serbia's SNS party hopes for Fidesz's victory in the upcoming Hungarian parliamentary elections on April 12, with Viktor Orban urging voters to participate and highlighting the elections' importance.

A commentary analyzes the significance of Viktor Orban's support in the upcoming Hungarian parliamentary elections, while a new poll indicates increased gravitational pull for Tisza and Fidesz, with Péter Magyar's party leading, and Mi Hazánk potentially entering parliament.

Following the conclusion of legal appeals, 663 candidates have been approved to run in the Hungarian parliamentary elections.
Polish President Karol Nawrocki visited Hungary to strengthen bilateral ties ahead of Hungarian parliamentary elections, a move that has drawn sharp political criticism in Poland.
A Hungarian journalist notes that Fidesz, as a populist party, consistently relies on 'enemies,' previously targeting groups like the Roma or Brussels, amidst accusations of foreign influence in the lead-up to parliamentary elections.

Fidesz parliamentary group leader Máté Kocsis responded to the Ukrainian embassy's earlier statement, which suggested the Hungarian parliament's actions this week would be applauded in Moscow, following similar remarks by Gergely Gulyás.

The Ukrainian embassy has responded critically to the Hungarian Parliament's resolution, proposed by Fidesz, rejecting Ukraine's EU membership and war support, suggesting it was met with applause in Moscow.


The Hungarian Parliament voted to reject Ukraine's EU accession and adopted a resolution related to the Trump-era Peace Council charter, with 142 votes in favor and 28 against.

László Kövér, Speaker of the Hungarian Parliament, gave an extensive interview after a forum in Nagyvenyim, emphasizing that Hungary takes democracy seriously.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is reportedly acting desperately as he fears losing the upcoming parliamentary elections on April 12, with public polls indicating a potential defeat, leading him to mobilize voters by any means.

Grexa Liliána, a Ukrainian national spokesperson in the Hungarian parliament, expressed heartbreak that Ukrainian-Hungarian relations have become a 'punching bag' in the elections, urging to exclude Ukrainians from election campaigns.

The Hungarian Parliament's spring session begins, marking the last for the current National Assembly before the upcoming election. Viktor Orbán is scheduled to deliver his final speech.

Péter Magyar, winner of recent Hungarian parliamentary elections, expressed a desire to strengthen historical, cultural, and economic ties with Austria, suggesting a potential invitation to the Visegrád Group.

In the four-year parliamentary cycle between 2022 and 2026, Rétvári Bence spoke for over 53 hours, making him the most frequent speaker, while three individuals, including Kubatov Gábor, did not speak at all.

The official date for the Hungarian Parliament's inaugural session has been announced for the morning of May 9.

Péter Magyar's Tisza Party achieved a landslide victory in recent Hungarian parliamentary elections, with its majority growing to 141 seats after the final count. This outcome marks a significant challenge to Viktor Orbán's long-standing political system.

Negotiations are set to commence in the Hungarian Parliament regarding the inaugural session, where discussions will focus on the leadership and committee assignments for the newly formed parliament following the recent elections.

The Momentum party faction is saying goodbye to parliament, with Dávid Bedő wishing success to the incoming Tisza party MPs and offering Momentum's help during the transition if needed.

The article discusses the relationship between Serbian President Vučić and Hungarian Prime Minister Orbán, and how Vučić's support for Orbán might be waning due to political pressures within the EU.

Ahead of Sunday's Hungarian parliamentary election, four prominent writers share their thoughts on the significance of the vote for Hungary and beyond.

Ahead of the Hungarian parliamentary election, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is focusing on strengthening village pubs as part of a long-standing strategy to secure votes in rural areas, where a close race with the opposition is anticipated.

The "Liberty Coalition for a Free and Fair Election" (LCFFE) has been established to independently monitor the upcoming Hungarian parliamentary elections on April 12, anticipating potential challenges to a Viktor Orbán victory.
An analysis of Hungary's parliamentary election system suggests it is "free but not fair," designed to potentially disadvantage the opposition even if they achieve a majority of votes.

New claims regarding extensive cooperation between the Orbán government and Russia have dominated the Hungarian parliamentary election campaign, with specific accusations emerging that Orbán's aides acted as Kremlin informants, relaying details from closed-door Brussels talks.

Upcoming parliamentary elections in Hungary, scheduled for April 12, are set to test various political aspects, with analysts questioning Viktor Orban's long-term political standing.
With a month remaining until the Hungarian parliamentary elections, Peter Magyar, leader of the opposition Tisza party, discussed his party's clear objectives amidst a close race against Viktor Orban's Fidesz.

Laszlo Tokes, President of the Hungarian National Council of Transylvania, estimates that 80% of Hungarian voters in Romania will support Viktor Orban in the upcoming Hungarian parliamentary elections, expressing concern over the situation.

The Ukrainian embassy stated that the Hungarian parliament's adoption of an anti-Ukrainian declaration, with the help of former LMP deputies, would surely be applauded in Moscow, accusing Viktor Orbán of closing the EU's door to Transcarpathian Hungarians.

The Hungarian parliament has passed a resolution opposing Ukraine's accession to the European Union and further financing of its military needs at the expense of EU member states.

The Hungarian Parliament has retroactively approved the government's decision, making Hungary an official member of the American president's paid political club, the 'Peace Council'.
The Hungarian Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee has sharply objected to the concept of collective guilt in Slovakia concerning the Beneš Decrees, responding to the criminal law protection of post-war property arrangements.

Merely three days after the Hungarian parliamentary elections, the European Commission is expected to submit a proposal for a definitive ban on Russian oil imports. The timing is no coincidence, given the election campaign period. Péter Szijjártó, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade, responded to the news from Washington at the request of Index. The […] The post EU’s Russian Oil Ban: A Strategic Move Against Hungary appeared first on Hungary Today.

The opening session of the Hungarian Parliament's spring session saw intense exchanges, with the opposition criticizing Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and the government responding in kind.