Vance ‘sad Orbán lost’ but says US will work with new Magyar government in Hungary – Europe live | World news

Péter Magyar, the newly elected Hungarian prime minister, will meet with Tamás Sulyok, the president, to discuss forming a government following his victory over Viktor Orbán. JD Vance, US vice-president, defended his decision to travel to Budapest last week to interfere in the election, stating it was not about Russia or Europe but a sign of appreciation for Orbán's defense of American interests. Tineke Strik, a Dutch Green MEP and lead coordinator on Hungary's rule of law, expressed hope that Péter Magyar's government can restore the rule of law thanks to its sweeping parliamentary majority. She also highlighted the importance of EU cooperation in addressing concerns about corruption and frozen funds.