István Tisza was a prominent Hungarian politician who served as Prime Minister of Hungary during two terms, first from 1903 to 1905 and then from 1913 to 1917. He was a member of the Hungarian National Party and played a significant role in the political landscape of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Tisza was known for his strong nationalist views and his efforts to modernize Hungary's economy and military. During World War I, Tisza faced challenges as he navigated the complexities of the war and its impact on Hungary. His policies aimed at maintaining stability, but he ultimately lost support due to the war's hardships. Tisza was assassinated in 1918 amid the political turmoil following the war's end.