Hungary Ends State of Emergency as New Government Restores Normalcy
Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar has announced the official end of the state of emergency related to the war in Ukraine, marking a significant shift from the policies of former Prime Minister Viktor Orban. The emergency measures, which were in force for four years since May 2022, expired on Thursday, May 14, 2026. Magyar stated that this move signifies the end of six years of rule by decree and a return to normality for the country. Following the Tisza Party's electoral victory in April, Parliament passed new legislation on May 9 to convert over 170 emergency decrees into permanent law, ensuring legal continuity without extending the emergency status. This transition fulfills Magyar's campaign promise to dismantle the extraordinary legal framework established by his predecessor. The decision highlights the new government's commitment to restoring standard democratic processes and legislative oversight, moving away from the centralized power dynamics characterized by the previous administration's handling of the regional conflict and domestic governance.
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