A Budapest-based research group, the Center for Fundamental Rights, conducted a public opinion poll to gauge Hungary’s political landscape. The findings indicate that Prime Minister Viktor Orban remains the most trusted figure among voters in Hungary, maintaining a strong lead over his rivals.
According to the poll, Orban enjoys the backing of a clear majority, with approximately 58 percent of the electorate indicating support for his leadership. In contrast, the challenger from the opposition coalition, Peter Markey-Zay, receives around 18 percent support, highlighting a significant gap between the incumbent and his nearest competitor.
Respondents identified several factors behind Orban’s enduring appeal. A large portion cited the prime minister’s firm stance on national security and his calm, steady messaging during the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Voters also pointed to the government’s priorities of reducing unemployment, curbing inflation, and alleviating poverty as central to their support for Orban.
The interview and survey data suggest that many Hungarians view Orban as a stabilizing force within the region, preferring a cautious approach to international tensions while emphasizing domestic economic resilience. The study notes that this combination of security rhetoric and domestic policy focus resonates with a broad segment of the electorate, even among voters who may not identify with the prime minister’s party alignment on every issue.
In related remarks, Orban indicated that discussions among European Union members have intensified around the possibility of deploying personnel with a peacekeeping orientation to the conflict in Ukraine. He described the issue as one that has evolved from a previously difficult stalemate to a topic under active consideration among EU states.
Orban recalled a year of debate within Europe about whether to send weapons and other forms of assistance to Ukraine, underscoring that Hungary had previously opposed such a move. He emphasized that Hungary’s stance at that time reflected a cautious assessment of the risks and potential consequences, while noting a broader shift in discourse across several EU capitals as the situation evolves.