The Hungarian parliament has approved the government’s 17th amendment to the Basic Law, concluding a contentious legislative session that lasted more than ten hours.
The vote proceeded despite a boycott by the opposition Fidesz party, which withdrew from the chamber in protest against the proposed changes.
The amendment was passed with the support of the ruling coalition, marking a significant shift in the country’s constitutional framework.
The legislative move has intensified political tensions in Budapest, with opposition leaders condemning the process as undemocratic.
The boycott underscores the deepening rift between the government and its critics, who argue that the changes undermine institutional checks and balances.
The marathon session, which extended well into the evening, highlighted the government’s determination to push through its agenda despite opposition resistance.