Polls open in Hungary in a key election that could unseat populist Prime Minister Orbán
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Hungarians are voting in a key election that could unseat populist Prime Minister Viktor Orbán after 16 years in power. The election is being closely watched in Europe and beyond, with Orbán's government and party being seen as examples of conservative, anti-globalist politics.
Polls have opened in Hungary for a crucial election. Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, in power since 2010, faces a serious challenge from Péter Magyar, leader of the center-right Tisza party. Orbán's government has been criticized for cracking down on minority rights and media freedoms. Magyar has campaigned on issues like public healthcare and government corruption. The election result may be affected by Orbán's control of public media and the electoral system. Hundreds of thousands of ethnic Hungarians in neighboring countries can also vote in the election.
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