‘A defeat for Putin’: Ukrainians hope Magyar’s victory will mark new era with Hungary
Summary
Péter Magyar won Hungary’s election, ending Viktor Orbán’s 16-year rule. Ukrainians welcomed this change because Orbán was a strong supporter of Russia and opposed Ukraine in the conflict. Magyar’s victory may improve relations between Hungary and Ukraine, but issues remain.Key Facts
- Péter Magyar’s win ends Viktor Orbán’s long leadership in Hungary.
- Orbán supported Russia and ran a campaign against Ukraine before the election.
- Orbán accused Ukraine of threatening him and sabotaging energy supplies.
- Ukrainian officials see Magyar’s win as a setback for Russian President Vladimir Putin’s plans.
- Magyar is expected to allow EU aid of €90 billion to reach Ukraine and support sanctions on Russia.
- Hungary had blocked EU funds due to concerns over democracy under Orbán, which may change now.
- Magyar does not support fast-track EU membership for Ukraine and wants a referendum on this.
- Tensions remain over Ukraine’s ethnic Hungarian minority and some unresolved diplomatic issues.
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