The Kremlin said on Monday that it wanted to pursue "highly pragmatic" relations with Hungary's new political leadership after the electoral defeat of Viktor Orban, long considered a key ally of Moscow.
This change of power comes after the victory of opposition leader Peter Magyar, whose center-right party ended Orban's 16-year rule. This result marks a major political turning point in the country and is generating reactions beyond its borders.
Despite this change in government, Russia has indicated its desire to maintain relations with Budapest, emphasizing cooperation based on mutual interests rather than political affinities. The Kremlin is thus adopting a stance of openness toward the new Hungarian authorities.
Orban's defeat is a setback for Moscow, which enjoyed close ties with his government, particularly on energy and diplomatic issues. It also represents a blow to some of its international allies, including the US president. Donald Trump.
It remains to be seen what direction Hungarian foreign policy will now take, as the new majority may seek to rebalance its relations with the European Union and its Western partners.
In this context of political realignment in Europe, Moscow's stated desire to maintain a pragmatic dialogue reflects the strategic stakes linked to this transition in Hungary.
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