Stories from Budapest · Hungary

Modiá has promised to restore democratic institutions and control mechanisms in Hungary and to combat corruption. His conservative TISZÓ party secured a two-thirds majority in the country's parliamentary elections held in April.

Hungary has received money back from the European Union budget. These funds were previously withheld due to sanctions imposed against the government of Viktor Orbán. Hungary is working to retrieve frozen European Union funds that were originally allocated for the country. This development was mentioned by a political observer on Kommersant FM.

Viktor Orban's 16-year government in Hungary has ended. Peter Mottio, who clearly won the parliamentary election last month with his party, is mentioned in connection with developments this afternoon.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's illiberal restructuring of the state, media, and judiciary is being discussed. This refers to ongoing changes to these institutions under his leadership.

Magyar won the Hungarian elections on April 20, defeating 16-year incumbent Prime Minister Péter Orbán. The parliament will allow the new Prime Minister to return, who is expected to continue Orbán's reforms. Magyar stated the Hungarian population provided a mandate to end a decades-long crisis and create a new face for Hungary. Magyar and 140 deputies from the TIS party exited through the main wing of the Hungarian Parliament building, which displayed Hungarian, Székely Land, and European Union flags.

A political figure expressed a desire to reunite Hungary following what was described as the polarizing policies of Orban.

Mogyoró was elected as the successor to a right-wing populist, receiving 140 votes from 199 parliament members. The parliament elected the candidate, whose candidacy was supported by 140 deputies, with some opposing votes.

The European Commission reportedly 'practically celebrated as holidays' the departure of Orban.

A German radio station reported public displays of support in Hungary, with people seen waving items related to Hungary, the Tisza party, and Europe. The broadcast noted that even people who are wavering are aligning with Hungary, Tisza, and Europe.

Former Hungarian Prime Minister Orban has departed, and his party is now greatly weakened. The media is reporting differently, leading to fear and confusion among some who previously believed the government's long-standing propaganda. Orban's government had repeatedly conjured new threats to present itself as a protector.