Ferenc Mádl

Péter Magyar is a Hungarian politician who has recently risen to prominence by defeating Viktor Orbán in the Hungarian elections, ending Orbán's 16-year rule. Magyar was once an admirer of Orbán and a member of his Fidesz party, even having a poster of Orbán in his youth. He later became disillusioned, left Fidesz two years ago, and revealed secrets about the party's leadership. This marked the beginning of his rapid political ascent. Magyar's victory signifies a potential shift in Hungarian politics, moving away from Orbán's ultraconservative policies and his strained relationship with Brussels and Ukraine. His rise is particularly significant as he was once an insider within Orbán's circle, making his challenge to the established power structure all the more impactful.