Addressing supporters in Kecskemét’s main square, Prime Minister Orbán called on voters to support the governing parties’ candidates, stressing that effective governance depends on reliable parliamentary backing. Reflecting on the first week of the campaign, he said it had made the difference between the two sides clear: while the opposition focuses on attacks and division, the governing side speaks about the country, its future, and the stakes of the election.
PM Orbán said Hungary’s future must be built on unity rather than hostility. He argued that a country and its future cannot be built on hatred, adding that despite political disagreements, Hungarians must be able to work together after the election.
Turning to the government’s record, Prime Minister Orbán said the most important commitment of the past four years had been fulfilled: Hungary has stayed out of the war. Despite four difficult war years, no Hungarian soldiers, weapons, or funds were sent to Ukraine, he said, underlining that the government had kept its promise.
He also highlighted measures supporting pensioners, families, and young people. The 13th-month pension has been restored, and the government has begun building toward a 14th-month pension. At the same time, Hungary offers young people one of the easiest paths in Europe to home ownership through a fixed 3 percent loan. Family policy remains central, he added, including lifetime tax exemption for mothers raising at least two children.
Prime Minister Orbán then turned to the stakes of the election. “We have reached a crossroads,” he said. He warned that Europe is moving closer to war, while Ukraine, together with Brussels, is demanding that Hungary abandon cheap Russian energy, send weapons and money, and join the countries supporting the war effort.
“Voters will decide whether Hungary has a national government or a Brussels-backed pro-Ukrainian government,” PM Orbán said, arguing that the choice is about whether Hungary remains independent or is drawn into external conflicts.
He also addressed what he described as growing external pressure on Hungary. Referring to recent developments, Prime Minister Orbán stated: “It is unacceptable that intelligence operations against the government are carried out in the interest of the Tisza Party and through the Tisza Party.” He also repeated that Hungary cannot be blackmailed or humiliated and will defend its sovereignty.
PM Orbán pointed to Ukraine’s oil blockade as an example of such pressure, saying Hungary had found a way to defend itself and had made clear that it would answer coercion with firm action in Brussels. He said Hungary would not allow itself to be forced into decisions against its national interests.
Looking ahead, the prime minister warned of mounting challenges, including war, energy risks, and economic pressure. For that reason, he said, Hungary needs a strong and experienced government backed by a decisive mandate.
“We are facing a historic responsibility, therefore we must achieve a historic victory,” Prime Minister Orbán said, urging supporters to mobilize widely ahead of the vote.
In closing, PM Orbán said Hungary’s goal remains to preserve peace, protect families, and safeguard national independence. He pledged that, with continued support, his government will keep Hungary out of the war and defend the country’s future.