In a sharp and emotional address, Magyar declared that Viktor Orbán's time is over, announced fundamental changes to the system, and sent clear messages to Brussels, Moscow, and the Balkan countries.
"An unprecedented number of people voted, and voters supported one party in incredible numbers. Hungarians felt how serious these elections were and yesterday decided the fate of our beloved homeland. This is the official beginning of a new era," Magyar stated at the start of his address.
He emphasized that they received a huge number of mandates but is aware of the burden that carries.
"Great power also brings great responsibility. We have no time to waste; our homeland is in trouble. Those who ruled betrayed and destroyed it, which is why Hungary has become the poorest country in the European Union," said Magyar.
Urgent Handover of Power and "Cleansing" of the State Apparatus
The new leader of Hungary stressed that he expects the handover process to be as short as possible.
"According to the rules, the election outcome becomes final by May 4 at the latest, after which the president has 30 days to convene the constitutive session of the government. I call on the president not to wait until May and to convene the session as soon as possible," Magyar was clear.
He emphasized that Hungarians voted for a regime change and that simply replacing ministers in the government is not enough.
"We are not selling a pig in a poke. To solve the accumulated problems, it is not enough just to dismiss the government. Our country, the state apparatus, and the intelligence services were run by a criminal organization. A change of the entire system is needed. We will represent all citizens, even those who did not vote for us. And if we make mistakes, we will not run away; we will take full responsibility."
Foreign Policy: Messages to the EU, Russia, Beijing, and the Balkans
Speaking about foreign policy, Magyar noted that he has already spoken with many world leaders and clearly positioned Hungary in the West.
"The European Union is where Hungary has been and where it will always be. One of our main priorities will be the return of Hungarian resources and funds from Europe," he announced.
Interestingly, he also touched on relations with the East.
"I thank Beijing and the Kremlin for respecting the decision of Hungarian voters. However, we also expect that our previous cooperation with Russia will change significantly," he added.
Magyar sent a reassuring message to neighbors and the region, emphasizing that Hungary will not interfere in the internal affairs of Balkan countries, Spain, Slovakia, and other states, but added that he expects the same from them—to respect Hungary as an independent country.
"I would tell every Hungarian and the whole world: Hungary does not want war; we are the party of peace!"
End of the Orbán Era and Family Sacrifice in the Campaign
He directed his sharpest criticisms at the outgoing Prime Minister, Viktor Orbán.
"Orbán dealt with everything except Hungary. I want to make it clear to everyone: Hungarian history is not written in Moscow or Brussels, but on the streets of Hungary. The first step we will take will be to reduce the powers of the prime minister; in the future, the prime minister will be able to serve a maximum of two terms."
At the end of his address, Magyar reflected on the tough but unique election campaign, saying that traditional party systems are collapsing worldwide. His secret to success, he says, is contact with people.
"I tell everyone, you must be with the people. Personally, in two years, I visited 700 locations, some of them multiple times. I spent more time on the streets and squares than in my own apartment. I saw my three sons less than a father should. We traveled around Hungary in a 20-year-old Ford Transit. I shook hands with thousands of people, looked them in the eye, and simply asked: How can I help you? That work paid off yesterday," Magyar concluded.