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news France 24 En 2026-04-12

Hungary: Opposition Party Challenges Orban's Long-Term Rule

Hungary faces a crucial election that could end Prime Minister Viktor Orban's 16-year tenure. The opposition, led by Peter Magyar, is challenging the ruling Fidesz party's nationalist governance. The contest is drawing international attention.


Hungarians headed to the polls on Sunday in a pivotal parliamentary election that could end Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s 16-year grip on power, as the opposition led by Peter Magyar challenges his nationalist rule in a contest drawing scrutiny across Europe and backing for Orban from US President Donald Trump. France 24 Clovis Casali reports from Budapest.

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