Voters in Hungary are heading to the polls today (12 April) in a closely watched national election that could reshape the country’s political direction after 16 years under Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.
The vote is seen as a pivotal moment for Hungary’s role within the European Union and the wider trajectory of populist politics across Europe. Orbán, leader of the Fidesz party, faces a strong challenge from Péter Magyar, head of the centre-right Tisza party.
• Orbán, in power since 2010, has faced criticism over media freedoms, institutional reforms, and relations with the EU.
• Magyar, a former Fidesz insider, has campaigned on public services and anti-corruption measures.
• The election is widely viewed as a referendum on Hungary’s geopolitical alignment, particularly regarding Russia and the EU.
ℹ️ AP
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