Magyar sworn in as Hungary's prime minister
- By Reuters -
- May 09, 2026
Centre-right leader Peter Magyar was sworn in as Hungary’s prime minister on Saturday, propelled into office on promises of change after years of economic stagnation and strained ties with key allies under his predecessor Viktor Orban.
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