Georgian PM Irakli Kobakhidze Attends 70th Anniversary of Hungarian Revolution in Budapest

Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze attended commemorative events in Budapest marking the 70th anniversary of the 1956 Hungarian Revolution, following an invitation from his Hungarian counterpart, Péter Magyar.

The official ceremony was held at the Hungarian Parliament, where Speaker Ágnes Försthoffer opened the proceedings. The event began with the Hungarian national anthem, followed by a minute of silence in memory of those who lost their lives during the 1956 uprising.

Hungarian President András Baka addressed the gathering, highlighting the historical significance of the revolution and its enduring importance to the Hungarian nation.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, European Council President António Costa, and Norway’s Finance Minister and former NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg also extended their congratulations to Hungary on the anniversary.

Addressing the Hungarian people and international guests at Kossuth Lajos Square in central Budapest, Prime Minister Péter Magyar reflected on the ideals of the 1956 revolution, emphasizing that the struggle for freedom remains an ongoing process.

Leaders and senior officials from several countries attended the anniversary events, commemorating one of the defining moments in Hungary’s modern history.

The 1956 Hungarian Revolution, which began on October 23, was a nationwide uprising against Soviet domination and the country’s communist government. Although the revolt was suppressed by Soviet military intervention, it remains a powerful symbol of Hungary’s struggle for independence and national sovereignty.