Hungarian politics was shaken this week after Magyar Péter publicly addressed mounting speculation surrounding a mysterious website and an alleged compromising video said to involve him. In an extraordinary social media broadcast on Thursday at 4:00 PM, the leader of the TISZA Party admitted that a recording exists from the night of August 2–3, 2024, but firmly denied any illegal conduct and described the entire episode as a politically motivated trap.
The controversy centers on a website created under the name of Radnai Márk, the TISZA Party’s vice president responsible for operational affairs. For days, Hungarian public life had been buzzing with speculation that the site would release a video capable of destabilizing the party’s leadership. Instead of footage, however, visitors found only a cryptic message: the date “2024.08.03” accompanied by the phrase “Once upon a time.”
On Thursday, Magyar confirmed that something indeed happened on that date but insisted that the narrative being constructed around it is misleading and politically weaponized.
The Night in Question and Video
According to Magyar Péter, the events unfolded after a summer gathering organized by TISZA supporters on August 2, 2024. Following the event, he said he was approached by Vogel Evelin, with whom he had previously been in a relationship. Though they were no longer partners at the time due to ongoing tensions and alleged blackmail, she invited him to a private apartment gathering what he described as a house party.
Magyar Péter and Vogel Evelin Full Video
Magyar stated that he did not recognize at the time that he may have been walking into a trap. The group arrived at the apartment around 5:00 AM. Inside were several individuals unknown to him. Near the entrance, he observed a table containing alcohol and what he described as a “substance resembling drugs.”
He was emphatic in his denial: he did not consume drugs and did not touch anything on the table.
“As I have said before, I have never consumed drugs,” Magyar declared in his statement. He noted that he had previously undergone drug testing with negative results and remains willing to submit to any future examination.
A Consensual Encounter
Magyar acknowledged that shortly after arriving, he and Vogel Evelin entered a bedroom now widely circulated online. He emphasized that while they were no longer in a formal relationship, the encounter was voluntary and between two consenting adults.
The controversy arises from his belief that the act may have been secretly recorded.
Magyar suggested that he may have fallen victim to what he called a “classic Russian-style kompromat operation” a reference to the practice of collecting compromising material for political leverage. He alleged that intelligence tools may have been used to illegally record audio and video inside the apartment.
He further warned that any footage released could potentially be manipulated. Nevertheless, he called on those responsible to release the full, unedited version if they choose to make it public.
“I have nothing to hide,” he said, stressing that he committed no crime.
Accusations Against the Government
Magyar went beyond defending his personal conduct. He framed the incident as part of a broader political attack orchestrated to distract the public from pressing national issues.
He accused Hungary’s ruling party, Fidesz, of using leaks and insinuations to divert attention from what he described as deepening crises. Among the issues he cited were the cost-of-living crisis, the deterioration of the healthcare system, and troubling developments surrounding the Göd battery factory.
In his speech, Magyar directly addressed Prime Minister Orbán Viktor, delivering a defiant political message.
“There are 59 days left for this corrupt power,” he declared, referring to the upcoming elections. “You will not intimidate or blackmail me.”
He accused the government of fearing TISZA’s growing support and claimed that the timing of the alleged smear campaign was carefully calculated.
The Timing and Family Impact
Magyar suggested that the release was strategically timed to coincide with a sensitive personal period. According to him, this week marked the last time his three sons aged 11, 14, and 17 would be staying with him before the election campaign intensifies.
He expressed concern for the psychological toll the scandal may take on them but vowed that he would remain strong for their sake.
“Whatever happens, they will always feel that they are the most important to me,” he said.
The emotional tone of this segment of his address underscored the human cost of political scandal. Regardless of public opinion, such controversies inevitably extend beyond politicians themselves and into their families.
Radnai Márk’s Denial
Meanwhile, Radnai Márk has denied any involvement in the events or in the creation of the website that bears his name. He stated that he does not even recognize the bedroom shown in online images and has “nothing to hide.”
As of now, the origins of the website remain unclear, and it is not definitively known who controls it.
A Broader Political Context
The scandal unfolds at a politically sensitive moment. The TISZA Party has positioned itself as a reform-oriented force challenging Hungary’s long-standing power structure. Its rapid rise has unsettled established political actors.
The use of alleged compromising material or even the threat of it has long been a tactic in political warfare. The concept of “kompromat,” historically associated with intelligence operations in Eastern Europe and Russia, refers to collecting damaging information to exert pressure or discredit opponents.
Whether or not Magyar’s suspicions are accurate, the episode illustrates how private life and political ambition can collide in explosive ways.
Supporters argue that consensual adult relationships should not be weaponized. Critics, however, question the judgment involved in attending a private gathering with unfamiliar individuals during a politically charged period.
Public Reaction and Media Frenzy
News of the mysterious website spread “like wildfire” across Hungarian social media platforms earlier in the week. Speculation grew rapidly, fueled by countdown theories and the symbolic anniversary of Magyar’s February 2024 interview with the independent platform Partizán.
When the anticipated video failed to materialize on the expected date, intrigue deepened rather than subsided. By Thursday morning, the cryptic message referencing August 3 only intensified public curiosity.
Now that Magyar has acknowledged the existence of footage, the political conversation has shifted. Instead of debating whether a video exists, attention has turned to its content, legality, and potential manipulation.
Defiance and Determination
In closing his address, Magyar adopted a resolute tone. He framed the situation not as a personal scandal, but as evidence that the current power structure is “afraid.”
“They are not attacking me for who I am,” he said. “They are attacking because together we are strong enough to replace them.”
He ended his statement with a patriotic appeal, pledging to continue serving the nation as long as it benefits Hungary.
“God bless Hungary,” he concluded.
A Defining Moment Ahead of Elections
The coming weeks may prove decisive. If a video is released, it could shape voter perception. If it is not, questions about political manipulation may persist.
For now, Magyar Péter has taken a proactive approach admitting to the consensual encounter, denying wrongdoing, and reframing the controversy as a political attack designed to derail momentum.
Whether the public views this as a private matter exploited for political gain or as a lapse in judgment remains to be seen. What is certain is that Hungary’s political climate has entered an even more volatile phase one where personal vulnerability and political power intersect in dramatic fashion.
With 59 days remaining before voters head to the polls, the stakes could hardly be higher.
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