World · 10 May 2026

Magyar sworn in as Hungary's new prime minister

Péter Magyar took the oath of office on Saturday to become Hungary's new prime minister, ending Viktor Orbán's 16-year rule. His centre-right Tisza Party now controls 141 of 199 seats in parliament after winning a two-thirds majority in last month's election. Magyar told lawmakers he was not standing in office to rule but to serve his homeland.

By BriefTea Editorial · 10 May 2026 at 17:30

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