This is why the guest list for the 1956 state commemoration could be modest

Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar hoped for the presence of prominent European leaders at the 70th anniversary of the 1956 revolution, but many key figures, including Emmanuel Macron and Donald Tusk, were absent. Delayed invitations and diplomatic tensions contributed to this situation. Although around 40 countries sent delegations, most attendees were ministers rather than heads of state. Notable attendees included Ursula von der Leyen and António Costa. Communication issues between the Prime Minister's office and the Foreign Ministry were cited as problematic. Macron's absence may have been influenced by Magyar's comments on unrest in France, while Zelensky also did not attend, possibly due to the diminished significance of his invitation.