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Peter Magyar's Tisza Party Wins Hungary Election, Ending Orban's 16-Year Rule

Peter Magyar's centre-right Tisza Party has secured a decisive victory in Hungary's parliamentary elections, winning a majority with 53.6% of the vote. The result ends Prime Minister Viktor Orban's 16-year continuous rule, with his Fidesz party reduced to 55 seats. Global leaders, including France's Emmanuel Macron and Italy's Giorgia Meloni, have congratulated Magyar, framing the win as a victory for European values. The election is seen as a major political shift that will reshape Hungary's domestic policies and its role within the European Union.

Key Points: Hungary Election: Peter Magyar Wins, Orban Concedes

  • Tisza Party wins 138 of 199 seats
  • Ends 16 years of Fidesz rule
  • Global leaders hail democratic shift
  • Results signal major EU policy change
  • Orban concedes and congratulates Magyar
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Global leaders hail Peter Magyar's sweeping victory as Tisza Party wins big in Hungary's parliamentary polls

Peter Magyar's Tisza Party wins Hungary's parliamentary election in a landslide, ending Viktor Orban's 16-year rule. Global leaders react.

"France salutes a victory of democratic participation, of the Hungarian people's attachment to the values of the European Union. - Emmanuel Macron"

Budapest, April 13

Global congratulations poured in on Monday after Peter Magyar's Tisza party secured a decisive victory in Hungary's parliamentary elections, with partial official results indicating a major political shift after 16 years of continuous rule under Viktor Orban's nationalist party Fidesz.

In a post on X, French President Emmanuel Macron said he held a meeting with Magyar to congratulate him on the victory, describing it as a win for democratic participation and European values, adding that both countries would work towards a stronger and more sovereign Europe.

"I just held a meeting with Peter Magyar to congratulate him on his victory in Hungary! France salutes a victory of democratic participation, of the Hungarian people's attachment to the values of the European Union, and for Hungary in Europe. Together, let us advance a more sovereign Europe, for the security of our continent, our competitiveness, and our democracy," Macron stated in his post.

From Canada, the office of Prime Minister Mark Carney extended congratulations to Magyar and his Tisza Party, expressing optimism about future cooperation.

The statement, posted on X, noted that Canada looks forward to working with the incoming government to strengthen bilateral ties and advance shared priorities, including economic prosperity and global security.

"Prime Minister Carney congratulates Peter Magyar and the Tisza Party on their election victory in Hungary. Canada looks forward to working with the next government to strengthen bilateral ties and advance shared priorities on economic prosperity and global security," the post read.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni also congratulated Magyar, while acknowledging outgoing leader Viktor Orban for his years of leadership.

Meloni, in a post on X, said Italy values its strong relationship with Hungary and expressed confidence that cooperation would continue in a constructive spirit.

"Congratulations on the clear electoral victory to Peter Magyar, to whom the Italian government wishes good work. I thank my friend Viktor Orban for the intense collaboration of these years, and I know that even from the opposition he will continue to serve his Nation. Italy and Hungary are nations bound by a deep bond of friendship and I am certain that we will continue to collaborate in a constructive spirit in the interest of our peoples and the common challenges at the European and international level," the post read.

Magyar's victory is being widely seen as a turning point in Hungarian politics, potentially reshaping the country's domestic policies as well as its relations within the European Union.

After conceding defeat in the parliamentary polls, Hungary's long-serving Prime Minister Viktor Orban congratulated Magyar, whose party won the election by a landslide.

"Prime Minister Viktor Orban has just called to congratulate us on our victory," Magyar said in a post on X.

According to Al Jazeera, with 97.35 per cent of votes counted, Peter Magyar's centre-right Tisza Party won 138 seats in the 199-member parliament, securing 53.6 per cent of the vote.

In contrast, nationalist leader Viktor Orban's Fidesz obtained 55 seats with 37.8 per cent support, according Al Jazeera, citing official results.

- ANI

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Sarah B
While change is often good, I hope the new leadership doesn't forget the importance of national sovereignty while integrating with the EU. Orban had his flaws, but he stood for Hungary's interests. Let's see what Magyar's "European values" actually mean in practice.
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Priya S
Wow, a landslide victory! 53.6% is massive. Democracy in action ✨. Meloni's statement was very diplomatic, thanking Orban while welcoming the new leader. More leaders should handle transitions with such grace.
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Rohit P
As an Indian, my main takeaway is about the smooth transfer of power. The defeated PM called to congratulate the winner—that's how it should be. We've seen some messy elections elsewhere recently. Respect for democratic norms is key.
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Vikram M
The global reaction is so fast! Macron, Canada, Italy all posting within hours. Shows how interconnected the world is now. Hope Hungary's new direction brings positive outcomes for its people. The focus on economic prosperity aligns with what every nation wants, including India.
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Kavya N
Honestly, I don't know much about Hungarian politics, but 16 years is a long time for any party to be in power. A fresh perspective is usually healthy. Hope they work on issues that matter to common people—jobs, inflation, security—the same things we care about here.

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