Orbán's EU Accusations Heat Up: Hungary's Struggle for Sovereignty

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán accused the EU of attempting to overthrow his government during a national holiday speech. Highlighting historical parallels with past foreign dominations, Orbán faced mounting internal political challenges, with a new opposition rising ahead of 2026 elections amidst tensions over EU financial sanctions.

In a fiery speech on Hungary's national holiday, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán claimed the European Union aims to dismantle his government, seeking to establish a puppet regime in the country. The statement marks an intensified confrontation with the EU, highlighting Orbán's close ties with Russia amid regional tensions.

Orbán, speaking to supporters in Budapest, drew historical parallels between Hungary's past struggles against foreign control and the current EU dynamic, asserting that 'independent Hungarian politics are unacceptable to Brussels.' He accused the EU of planning to replace Hungary's national government with a puppet regime loyal to Brussels, though he provided no substantiating evidence for these claims.

Amidst internal challenges, Orbán's government grapples with economic struggles and a rising opposition led by Péter Magyar. Recent polls indicate Orbán's Fidesz party is in a tight race with the Tisza party ahead of national elections in 2026. The backdrop of ongoing disputes over EU financial support and Hungary's stance on Ukraine further complicates the national political scene.

(With inputs from agencies.)