According to Von der Leyen, Hungarians revived democracy in the April elections

Ursula von der Leyen emphasized the importance of democracy during the 70th anniversary of the 1956 Hungarian Revolution, highlighting the courage of young Hungarians who fought for freedom. She noted that the victory of democracy is not guaranteed and must be continually fought for by each generation. Von der Leyen praised Hungary's recent elections as a revival of democracy, expressing hope that the country can overcome past divisions and corruption. She acknowledged Hungary's commitment to fighting corruption and restoring the rule of law, stating that this strengthens Europe as a whole. Von der Leyen concluded by stressing the need for unity in Europe.