Hungary's Opposition Leader Vows to End Isolation
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Péter Magyar, leader of Hungary's largest opposition party, Tisza, addressed thousands, promising to end the country's international isolation if he defeats Prime Minister Viktor Orbán in next year's elections. Recent polls show Tisza surpassing Orbán's Fidesz party amid economic struggles and EU alienation due to Orbán's policies. Magyar pledged to restore Hungary's relationships with allies and its EU standing, contrasting Orbán's close ties with autocracies. He vowed to replace, not reform, Orbán's system, a sentiment echoed by supporters who cite economic hardship and alleged corruption as key concerns.
Péter Magyar, leader of Hungary's largest opposition party, Tisza, addressed thousands, promising to end the country's international isolation if he defeats Prime Minister Viktor Orbán in next year's elections. Recent polls show Tisza surpassing Orbán's Fidesz party amid economic struggles and EU alienation due to Orbán's policies. Magyar pledged to restore Hungary's relationships with allies and its EU standing, contrasting Orbán's close ties with autocracies. He vowed to replace, not reform, Orbán's system, a sentiment echoed by supporters who cite economic hardship and alleged corruption as key concerns.
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