Hungary to elect new president within a week, Péter Magyar says

Péter Magyar has announced that Hungary will elect a new president within a week, following the resignation of Tamás Sulyok. The Tisza Party, which Magyar leads, has not yet announced any candidates for the presidential election.

Commenters suggest that András Baka might be a potential candidate, based on previously communicated steps. However, it is likely that Ignác Romsics and Botond Fülöp will not accept the nomination, though Magyar's party has not officially communicated this decision, citing transparency.

The ruling Fidesz and KDNP parties have announced they will not participate in the election process. They argue that any successor chosen to replace Tamás Sulyok will be illegitimate. This stance leaves the field open for other political actors.

Currently, the only declared presidential candidate is Tóth Máté, an energy lawyer representing the far-right Mi Hazánk party. The upcoming election marks a significant political moment for Hungary as it navigates the transition of presidential leadership.