Russia has reacted cautiously after the change of power in Hungary, emphasizing that it expects to see the steps of the new government after the victory of Peter Magyar and the defeat of former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Moscow aims to maintain "realistic" relations with the new Hungarian leadership. "We will have to be patient and see how things develop. We are interested in building good relations with Hungary and other European countries," he said.
Peskov added that it remains to be seen whether the new government will change its stance on the 90 billion euro European Union fund for Ukraine, which was blocked by Orbán. He also mentioned the future of the Druzhba oil pipeline, a key issue for the region's energy supply.
However, according to him, the outcome of the elections in Hungary is not directly related to the war in Ukraine, describing it as a separate process.
On the other hand, the new Hungarian Prime Minister, Peter Magyar, signaled a more balanced approach towards Moscow. “We will talk, but we will not become friends,” he told the media, emphasizing that dialogue is necessary due to geographical realities and energy dependence, but without aiming to strengthen relations with Russia.
The elections mark a significant political turning point in Hungary, where the opposition has secured a strong majority, potentially up to two-thirds of parliament, paving the way for profound institutional changes after 16 years of rule by Orbán.
The opposition's victory is seen as a clear signal for change by Hungarian voters, who mobilized record turnout in the election. However, challenges remain as the new government must balance domestic reforms with international pressures and high expectations for change.
Analysts see Orbán's defeat as a blow to Russia's influence in Europe and a signal against rising populism, although a significant portion of the electorate continues to support previous policies. /Top Channel
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