What happened before the Hungarian uprising?

Answer 1

Before the Hungarian Uprising of 1956, Hungary was under Soviet influence following World War II, which led to the imposition of a communist government. Widespread discontent grew due to political repression, economic difficulties, and the harsh policies of the ruling party. The death of Soviet leader Joseph Stalin in 1953 sparked hopes for reform and liberalization, leading to a period of relative thaw under Imre Nagy, who briefly attempted to implement reforms. However, the continued presence of Soviet troops and the oppressive regime fueled rising tensions, culminating in the uprising.