According to the statement, journalists received a link earlier in the day allegedly showing a room under camera surveillance. Magyar claimed this could be a precursor to the release of a video recording — possibly secretly obtained, manipulated, or fabricated — purportedly depicting him in a private, intimate moment with his former partner.
He alleged that the anticipated campaign resembled “Russian-style” political tactics, involving blackmail, threats and character assassination, and said such methods had been used against him for years.Magyar said he believed the alleged effort was aimed at diverting attention from the controversy surrounding the Göd battery factory and what he described as the Hungarian government’s role in it.
Responding to the allegations, Magyar acknowledged having a private life, stating that he is a 45-year-old man and the relationship in question involved a consenting adult. He also said he has three minor children, accusing the government of disregarding their wellbeing while projecting a “family-friendly” image.
In the statement, he said he would not submit to any form of blackmail or intimidation, regardless of the material released. He denied any involvement in alleged financial misconduct, the protection of pedophile enablers, or policies that he said harmed children in state care and endangered public health.
Addressing supporters of the ruling party, Magyar said he would continue his political fight regardless of threats, adding that he would not “betray fellow countrymen at any price”.
Hungary is going to the polls on April 12.
