"Hungarian voters turned out in the greatest numbers since the fall of communism in the 1990s to turn away from Prime Minister Viktor Orban's Fidesz party, with exit polls indicating possible 'super-majority' victory for Peter Magyar's Tisza movement."
"If that happens, he would be able to undo constitutional changes made by Orban to weaken the independence of the judiciary and entrench the Fidesz party's control of political life."
"The vote is seen as critical for Europe and Ukraine, as the Kremlin-friendly Orban has often clashed with European Union partners, notably over funding Kyiv's budget and war effort."
"The campaign drew international attention, with U.S. Vice President JD Vance appearing alongside Orban and President Trump calling into a rally held by the man who wanted Hungary to become an 'illiberal' democracy."
Hungarian voters showed unprecedented turnout to potentially elect Peter Magyar's Tisza movement, signaling a rejection of Prime Minister Viktor Orban's Fidesz party. Exit polls suggest a possible super-majority for Magyar, enabling him to reverse Orban's constitutional changes that weakened judicial independence. The election is significant for Europe and Ukraine, as Orban has had contentious relations with EU partners. Accusations of corruption against Orban have also surfaced. The campaign attracted international attention, with notable figures like U.S. Vice President JD Vance and President Trump involved.
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