Orban Plans to Declare State of Emergency If He Loses the Election: What We Know.

Political Turmoil in Hungary

According to TSN.ua: Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban might resort to drastic measures, including declaring a state of emergency, should his party face defeat in the upcoming parliamentary elections. His party, Fidesz, is preparing for a vote that could determine its future on the national political stage.

Orban previously experienced an electoral loss in 2006, which triggered a constitutional crisis. Back then, he not only lost power but also encountered major obstacles in reshaping the political system. Under current conditions, if the opposition secures even a simple majority, expert Zsuzsanna Szelényi warns,

“Orban will have many tools at his disposal to make it practically impossible to form a new government or even convene a new parliament.”

External Influences at Play

According to reports from Politico and the Financial Times, the Kremlin may attempt to interfere in Hungary’s elections, potentially complicating the situation for Fidesz. Analysts suggest Orban is likely to follow the same playbook—or take even more extreme steps—if the election results prove unfavorable for his party. Gábor Tóka notes,

“The more damage he can inflict on the new government and undermine it, the better his chances for a future political comeback.”

As a result, Hungary’s upcoming parliamentary elections may serve not only as a test for Fidesz but also as a pivotal moment in the country’s political evolution, during which unconventional measures—including a state of emergency—could be employed. The outcome will determine not just Orban’s fate but also the future of Hungary’s political system as a whole. These developments could have significant implications for Hungary’s domestic affairs and its relationships with international partners, especially given Russia’s growing influence in the region.