Hungary
The Hungarian Prime Minister took full blame for the loss after 16 years in power. He announced a radical restructuring of his Fidesz party.
Yulia Svyrydenko discussed with the US Treasury Secretary the strengthening of sanctions and preventing their lifting. The parties also reviewed investment projects.
Viktor Orbán conceded defeat to Péter Magyar's Tisza Party and declared the beginning of a new era. The politician plans to reform the party but remains in politics.
Juraj Blanár announced his readiness to veto the 20th EU sanctions package for the sake of the oil pipeline's operation. At the same time, the country will support a 90 billion euro loan for Ukraine.
The Chief of Staff of the Hungarian Armed Forces ordered a reduction in the contingent guarding energy facilities. Previously, 600 soldiers were deployed due to statements about a Ukrainian threat.
Valdis Dombrovskis urges the US, Japan, and Britain to accelerate funding due to payment delays. Currently, only 15 out of 45 billion euros have been secured.
Péter Magyar predicts the unblocking of the EU loan after oil supplies resume in late April. Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed the pipeline repair.
Donald Trump has endorsed Hungary's new leader, Péter Magyar, after his victory. Magyar is preparing for the transfer of power and plans to stop state propaganda.
Diplomats report EU leaders' reluctance to discuss the accession of new members. Referendums and the experience with Hungary are cited as key risks.
The US Vice President stated that Orbán "protected" American companies from Brussels. Vance also noted the Prime Minister's role in resolving the Russian-Ukrainian war.
The US Vice President returned without results after 21 hours of negotiations with Tehran. His support for Orbán in Hungary also did not help the ally.
NBU Governor Andriy Pyshny warned of rising prices due to higher oil and fertilizer costs. The National Bank will assess the conflict's impact on the economy next week.
Analysts interpret Moscow's rhetoric as an attempt to conceal panic over Orban's election loss. Russia is losing the ability to block aid to Ukraine through Hungary.
Orbán's defeat in the elections offers hope for unblocking the EU loan, but bureaucracy will delay payments. Slovakia may also "intercept the veto" over the Druzhba oil pipeline.
Brussels expects reforms and support for a €90 billion loan to Ukraine from the new Hungarian government. To receive the funds, Budapest must fulfill 27 EU conditions.
The leader of the Tisza party declared the danger from Russia and the erroneous actions of the previous government. He called on the EU to protect its borders and strong states.
The leader of the Tisza party advocated for the diversification of Hungary's energy supply. He expects the EU to lift restrictions on Russia and calls for the protection of his own economy.
Tisza party leader Péter Magyar stated the need to grant rights to Hungarians in Ukraine. The politician plans to meet with Zelenskyy to establish relations.
Tisza party leader Péter Magyar stated that it is impossible to admit Ukraine to the EU during the war. He predicts a lengthy accession procedure lasting over 10 years.
The Kremlin refused to congratulate Péter Magyar on his election victory due to Hungary's support for sanctions. Peskov noted that Moscow had previously engaged in dialogue with Orbán.
Minister Szijjártó returned to work after disappearing during Orbán's speech. Péter Magyar announced the beginning of the mass destruction of secret papers at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Péter Magyar and the Tisza party won the elections, promising a return to the EU. The new leader does not support weapons for the Armed Forces of Ukraine but will become a pragmatic partner for Kyiv.
Tisza party leader Péter Magyar allows for direct contacts with the Kremlin. The politician is already preparing a new government and predicts Viktor Orbán's defeat in the elections.
The European Union plans to quickly approve funding for Ukraine after Péter Magyar's victory in the elections. The new Hungarian leader promises close cooperation with Brussels.
Foreign Minister Sybiha announced that signals had been sent to Hungary regarding a meeting of the leaders. Kyiv seeks to unblock EU accession and discuss sanctions.
Magyar may unblock an EU loan for Ukraine but opposes arms supplies. Hungary's new leader plans a referendum on Ukraine's EU accession.
Minister Andriy Sybiha lifted travel restrictions to Hungary. This happened after Péter Magyar and the Tisza party won the parliamentary elections.
Péter Magyar's opposition Tisza Party won 138 seats in the Hungarian parliament. Orbán conceded defeat amidst celebrations by opposition supporters in Budapest.
The Tisza Party received 69. 35% of the votes and 138 seats in parliament. Viktor Orbán's Fidesz party lost the elections with 27.64% of the votes.
The President of the European Council and the Prime Ministers of Spain and Poland congratulated the leader of the Tisza party. António Costa noted the record turnout and expressed readiness for cooperation with Hungary.