President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen welcomed the result, stating: \u2018Hungary has chosen Europe. Europe has always chosen Hungary. A country is returning to its European path. The European Union becomes stronger.\u2019<\/p>\n
French President Emmanuel Macron said he had already spoken with Magyar to congratulate him. He praised the \u2018victory of democratic participation\u2019 and Hungary\u2019s commitment to European values, expressing hope for closer cooperation toward a more sovereign Europe.<\/p>\n
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro S\u00e1nchez echoed similar sentiments, saying: \u2018Today Europe has won, and European values have prevailed.\u2019 He congratulated Hungarian voters on what he described as a historic decision and expressed readiness to work with Hungary\u2019s new leadership.<\/p>\n
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz also extended congratulations, emphasizing his intention to cooperate on building a strong, secure, and united Europe.<\/p>\n
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer described the result as a historic moment not only for Hungary but for European democracy, adding that he looks forward to strengthening bilateral ties.<\/p>\n
At the same time, several leaders and political figures also acknowledged Orb\u00e1n\u2019s tenure. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni congratulated Magyar while thanking Orb\u00e1n for years of cooperation, expressing confidence that he would continue to serve Hungary even from the opposition.<\/p>\n
Dutch politician Geert Wilders praised Orb\u00e1n as a \u2018brave leader\u2019 on migration and cultural issues, calling the result a \u2018sad day\u2019 and warning of weaker leadership in Europe.<\/p>\n
Similarly, Santiago Abascal, leader of Spain\u2019s Vox party, warned that Orb\u00e1n\u2019s defeat could undermine Hungary\u2019s security.<\/p>\n
French National Rally president Jordan Bardella also highlighted Orb\u00e1n\u2019s role in strengthening Hungary\u2019s economy and protecting borders.<\/p>\n
\n\u2018Similarly, Santiago Abascal, leader of Spain\u2019s Vox party, warned that Orb\u00e1n\u2019s defeat could undermine Hungary\u2019s security\u2019<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico addressed both leaders, thanking Orb\u00e1n for years of close cooperation and expressing readiness to work with Magyar\u2019s new government while maintaining strong bilateral relations.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, Russian reactions struck a more critical tone. Kirill Dmitriev, a senior economic envoy of President Vladimir Putin, suggested that the election outcome could accelerate the disintegration of the European Union, predicting significant consequences in the coming months.<\/p>\n
The Hungarian election result has thus triggered a wide range of responses across the political spectrum, reflecting both the significance of the shift in power and Hungary\u2019s role within Europe.<\/p>\n
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