Hungarians decide whether to end 16 years of Orbán rule and elect rival

Hungarians head to the polls in a pivotal election that could end Viktor Orbán's 16-year tenure, with challenger Péter Magyar leading in most surveys. | Contesto: cronaca

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• Hungarians decide whether to end 16 years of Orbán rule and elect rival

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Hungarians are voting in a national election that will determine whether Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s 16-year hold on power continues or gives way to a new political force led by rival Péter Magyar. The vote, taking place across the country, represents the most significant electoral challenge to Orbán’s Fidesz party in over a decade, with most pre-election polls indicating a lead for Magyar and his grassroots Tisza Party. The campaign has been dominated by the stark contrast between the two leading figures. Péter Magyar, a former member of Orbán’s political circle who turned critic, has mobilised a broad, anti-establishment movement focused on promises of sweeping political and economic reform, anti-corruption measures, and a reset of Hungary’s sometimes strained relations with the European Union. His rallies have drawn large crowds, signalling a potent desire for change among a significant portion of the electorate. Viktor Orbán, seeking a fifth consecutive term, has campaigned on a platform of continued national sovereignty and stability, themes that have defined his long tenure. In a defiant mood throughout the campaign, he has framed the election as a choice between a proven defender of Hungarian interests and an untested opposition he characterises as being beholden to foreign powers and Brussels bureaucrats. His government’s control over much of the domestic media landscape has provided a consistent platform for this message. The significance of this election extends far beyond Hungary’s borders. Under Orbán, Hungary has frequently been at odds with the EU on issues ranging from the rule of law and judicial independence to migration and foreign policy, particularly regarding Ukraine. A victory for Magyar, who has pledged a more conciliatory and cooperative approach with European partners, could signal a major geopolitical shift in Central Europe and alter the balance of power within the EU’s institutions. Despite the favourable polls for the challenger, analysts caution that Orbán’s political machine is deeply entrenched, with a loyal voter base and a finely tuned electoral system that has favoured Fidesz in past contests. The final outcome may hinge on...

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