Hungarian PM's Aide Faces Backlash Over Soviet Invasion Remarks

Aide Balázs Orbán's comments comparing Ukraine's resistance to Hungary's 1956 uprising spark outrage and calls for resignation.

Balázs Orbán suggested Hungary should not have resisted the 1956 Soviet invasion, likening it to Ukraine's current defense against Russia.
Prime Minister Viktor Orbán labeled his aide's statements as a mistake and emphasized Hungary's commitment to self-defense.
Opposition leader Péter Magyar condemned the comments as traitorous and demanded Balázs Orbán's resignation by October 23, the anniversary of the uprising.
The remarks have intensified criticism of Hungary's stance on the Ukraine conflict, which includes maintaining economic ties with Russia and opposing EU sanctions.
Balázs Orbán defended his comments, claiming they were misinterpreted, while opposition figures argue the statements dishonor Hungary's historical fight for freedom.