President Zelenskyy congratulates Péter Magyar on his decisive election victory
Nation13 April, 08:00 AM
"I congratulate Péter Magyar and the TISZA party on a convincing victory," the president noted.
"It is important when a constructive approach wins. Ukraine has always strived for good neighborly relations with everyone in Europe, and we are ready to develop cooperation with Hungary."
Europe and every European state "must become stronger, and millions of Europeans strive for cooperation and stability," he added.
"We are ready for meetings and joint constructive work for the benefit of both nations, as well as for the sake of peace, security, and stability in Europe."
Parliamentary elections were held in Hungary on April 12.
With 94.66% of the votes counted, TISZA is leading the elections in Hungary and is projected to win 138 seats in parliament, Fidesz is to receive 54 seats, and Our Homeland — 7.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán stated that he concedes his party's defeat and congratulated his rival Péter Magyar on the victory.