Hungary parliament votes to remove president from office

The Hungarian parliament has voted to remove President Tamás Sulyok from office following a constitutional amendment passed by the ruling Tisza party. The move has sparked political tension, with the opposition Fidesz party accusing the government of overstepping its authority.
Why it matters
This represents a significant shift in Hungarian governance, signaling a potential end to the long-standing influence of the Fidesz party and raising concerns about constitutional stability.
Image source, EPA/Shutterstock Image caption, Since his party swept to power in April, Péter Magyar (left) has repeatedly called on Tamás Sulyok (right) to resign
The report covers the actions of the government and the criticisms from the opposition, maintaining a neutral reporting stance.
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