The National Electoral Bureau of Hungary has released the final results of the parliamentary elections, revealing a significant victory for the opposition party, Tisza. The party, led by Péter Mádjár, garnered over two-thirds of the votes, achieving a constitutional majority in the 199-seat parliament.
After all ballots were counted, Tisza received 70.85% of the votes, translating to 141 seats. In contrast, the ruling coalition of Fidesz and the Christian Democratic People’s Party, headed by Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, secured 26.13% of the vote, which corresponds to 52 seats. Additionally, the far-right party Our Homeland successfully crossed the electoral threshold, sending six representatives to the parliament.
In his remarks following the election results, Mádjár emphasized the unprecedented nature of the mandate and the considerable responsibility it entails for his political force. The elections, held on April 12, were marked by a record turnout, with nearly 80% of eligible voters participating, the highest in the history of parliamentary elections in Hungary.
The outcome of this election marks a significant shift in Hungary’s political landscape, as Tisza’s constitutional majority allows it to dominate parliamentary proceedings. The implications of this victory extend beyond domestic policy, potentially influencing Hungary’s foreign relations, particularly regarding its stance on Ukraine.
Following the announcement of the results, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated that Moscow respects the choice of the Hungarian people. However, he noted that President Vladimir Putin would not congratulate Mádjár, citing Hungary’s classification as an unfriendly country.
Leaders from various EU nations, including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, have congratulated Mádjár. Both Brussels and Kyiv express hope that Mádjár, who identifies as a pro-European politician, will reconsider Orbán’s policies and that Hungary will cease its opposition to measures supporting Ukraine.
The recent parliamentary elections in Hungary resulted in a historic victory for the opposition party Tisza, which achieved a constitutional majority. This outcome may lead to significant changes in both domestic governance and Hungary's foreign policy, particularly regarding its relationship with Ukraine.