Prime Minister Viktor Orbán warned that Hungary’s economic stability and sovereignty would be at risk under a pro-Ukraine government, speaking at a campaign rally in Pécel, where thousands gathered despite rainy weather.
Addressing supporters, Prime Minister Orbán said the central issue of the upcoming election is whether Hungary maintains a national government or shifts toward policies aligned with Brussels and Kyiv. “Allowing Ukraine into the European Union is not in the interest of Hungarians,” he stated, arguing that such a move would “destroy agriculture, take our money, and bring war.”
He emphasized that financial decisions at the European level could have long-term consequences for Hungarian families. “I vetoed the 90 billion euro loan that was going to Ukraine,” Prime Minister Orbán said, adding that such mechanisms would “loot every country in Europe that lets them” and burden future generations.
The Prime Minister also warned that abandoning access to low-cost Russian energy would lead to sharp increases in household costs, including fuel prices and utilities. He contrasted Hungary’s current system with higher costs elsewhere in Europe, stressing that “a government must not cut Hungary off from affordable energy.”
In his remarks, Prime Minister Orbán highlighted the government’s record during recent years marked by war and economic challenges, citing measures such as expanded family tax benefits, income tax exemptions for mothers, and the gradual introduction of a 14th-month pension. “Despite the war, the national government has stood by Hungarian families,” he said.
He also reiterated the government’s constitutional and social policies, stating: “It is important that we say clearly: the father is male, the mother is female.”
Prime Minister Orbán argued that the coming years will require experienced leadership due to ongoing geopolitical pressures, including war and energy challenges. “We have enough experience now… we are going to do big things in the next four years,” he said, adding that “only Fidesz is the safe choice.”
He concluded by calling for unity and voter mobilization, saying that maintaining peace and protecting Hungary’s interests depends on strong national support in the election.