Tens of thousands gathered in Hungary’s capital, Budapest, on Saturday to show their support for Prime Minister Viktor Orbán just a week before the European Parliament elections.
The supporters participated in a ‘Peace March,’ expressing their backing for Orbán and his government. Many attendees felt that the upcoming elections, both for the European Parliament and local Hungarian offices, are critically important.
One demonstrator emphasized the urgency of the moment: “The world is on a razor’s edge, and war could break out at any moment. Everyone must speak up and stand for peace.”
Marchers moved along the Danube River, starting from the iconic Chain Bridge and ending on Margaret Island. They waved flags and held signs with messages like “No War.”
Orbán, the longest-serving leader in the European Union, has been in power for fourteen years. His campaign for the European elections has heavily focused on the war in Ukraine. He has called for an immediate cease-fire, which critics argue would allow Russia to keep the territories it has seized.
In contrast, Orbán portrays his opponents as warmongers who want to drag Hungary into the conflict directly.
