Hungarian Prime Minister Orbán concedes defeat in a European electoral earthquake
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Hungarian voters have ousted Prime Minister Viktor Orbán after 16 years in power, electing pro-European challenger Péter Magyar. The election result is expected to transform political dynamics within the EU and have global repercussions, particularly among far-right movements.
Hungarian voters rejected Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's authoritarian policies, electing Péter Magyar instead. Magyar, a former Orbán loyalist, campaigned against corruption and pledged to rebuild Hungary's relationships with the EU and NATO. With 93% of the vote counted, Magyar's party had over 53% support. Orbán conceded defeat, saying his party would serve the nation from opposition. The election saw a record turnout of nearly 80%. Magyar's victory is expected to change Hungary's approach to Ukraine and its ties with Russia.
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