In memory of 1956, Hungary wants to regain the future

Hungary commemorates the 70th anniversary of the 1956 revolution against Soviet oppression, with Prime Minister Peter Magyar emphasizing historical awareness and collective memory. The event aims to address the distorted narrative propagated by former Prime Minister Viktor Orban, who downplayed Soviet involvement in his speeches. Magyar seeks to unify a divided society by framing the recent political change as a continuation of the 1956 revolution. The remembrance is marked by significant ceremonies, including a central speech by Magyar and the opening of state security files, reflecting on Hungary's past and its journey towards democracy.