Miklós Kállay was a Hungarian politician and statesman who served as the Prime Minister of Hungary from 1944 to 1945. He was a member of the Hungarian National Assembly and played a significant role during a tumultuous period in Hungary's history, particularly during World War II. Kállay sought to negotiate peace with the Allies while navigating the pressures from the Nazi regime. Kállay's government faced numerous challenges, including the occupation of Hungary by German forces. After the war, he went into exile and lived in various countries, including the United States. His efforts to maintain Hungary's sovereignty during the war have been recognized in historical discussions about the country's political landscape.