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Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has officially conceded defeat in the country's parliamentary elections. The announcement came on Sunday evening as Orbán addressed supporters in Budapest.

Preliminary results from the National Election Commission indicated a strong lead for the pro-European, conservative opposition party, TISZA.

Orbán Acknowledges Unfavorable Outcome

"Although the election results are not yet fully finalized, they are clear. This is a painful and fundamental result for us: we have been denied the opportunity to govern the country. I have congratulated the winning party," Orbán stated.

Following Orbán's concession, TISZA party leader Péter Magyar, speaking at a rally on the banks of the Danube, demanded the immediate resignation of the Orbán government.

TISZA Party Claims Decisive Victory

Magyar asserted that his party achieved a clear victory in the elections. He expressed confidence in securing a two-thirds majority in parliament, which he believes will enable Hungary's "relaunch."

"TISZA and Hungary have won the election. By a large, very large margin. We will have a two-thirds majority in parliament, which will allow us to implement an easy and peaceful transformation," Magyar declared.

He also urged government officials to cooperate with the new administration, stating, "If you want to make decisions, you know my number, call me and let's consult."

Vote Count and Parliamentary Projections

With 90 percent of the votes counted, it has been determined that three parties will enter the Hungarian parliament: TISZA, the ruling Fidesz, and the far-right, pro-Russian Mi Hazánk (Our Homeland). All Hungarian media reports suggest TISZA will achieve a constitutional majority.

Specifically, the publication Atlatszo projects that TISZA will win 138 seats, Fidesz will secure 54, and Mi Hazánk will take 7 seats. A total of 133 votes are sufficient to achieve a constitutional majority in the Hungarian parliament.

This information was reported by the Infohub.kz news agency.