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The woman who knew Orban first – and left before the rest

When Hungary's Tisza party swept to a two-thirds majority, it ended Viktor Orban's 16-year grip on power and raised hopes – and difficult questions – about the country's democratic reset. Zsuzsanna Szelenyi, an early Fidesz member turned critic and now political analyst, reflects on Orban's transformation of the party, Hungary's…

Radio France Internationale

Newsletter: EU leaders weigh a NATO-style common defence clause

Also in this newsletter: EU unblocks €90bn Ukraine loan and new Russia sanctions.

Euronews

Nine lessons for the US from Viktor Orbán’s defeat

As US elections approach, the Hungarian prime minister’s loss is a reminder that history does not march relentlessly toward autocracy

The Guardian - US

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Péter Magyar’s real coup was winning over loyal Orbán voters – not preaching to the converted

He is no progressive but unlike the old opposition, the Tisza leader listened to Orbán’s rural base, says Nóra Schultz, podcaster and political theorist

The Guardian - UK

‘A defeat for Putin’: Ukrainians hope Magyar’s victory will mark new era with Hungary

As Orbán is rejected, there is cautious optimism new leader can restore ties – but issues such as EU accession loom large

The Guardian - UK

Why many of Hungary’s religious groups will be celebrating Viktor Orbán’s election loss

Hungary’s long-serving leader, Viktor Orbán, was dismissed on April 12 by an electorate fed up with his authoritarian rule. Péter Magyar led his Tisza party to a landslide victory, securing a two-thirds majority in parliament. This is enough for Tisza to elect members of Hungary’s highest court and even amend…

The Conversation

EU officials arrive in Hungary for high-stakes talks with Magyar’s government

Departing PM Viktor Orbán admits ‘political era has ended’ as EU says ‘clock is ticking’ to resolve important issues

The Guardian - UK

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EU rushes to unlock billions for Hungary as Magyar prepares for power

European Union officials are meeting Hungarian prime minister-elect Peter Magyar's team in Budapest on Friday, hoping to fast-track cooperation and work towards unblocking billions in funding before he takes office next month.

Radio France Internationale

Podcast| Will Péter Magyar be able to break with Orbán’s legacy?

Péter Magyar’s conservative Tisza party secured a two-thirds majority in Hungary’s parliamentary elections last Sunday. What does his victory mean for Hungary and the European Union?

Euronews

Orbán’s downfall is a positive for EU-Hungary relations – but the reset will not be smooth

Hungary’s Tisza party won parliamentary elections on April 12, bringing an end to the 16-year tenure of Viktor Orbán as prime minister. The result is a seismic one for Hungarian domestic politics. But it is also a major development in the trajectory of Hungary’s relations with the EU.

The Conversation

Hungary’s Péter Magyar says new government could take power at beginning of May

Magyar has called on Orbán's government to act as a caretaker in its final weeks and not to make any decisions that could threaten Hungary's interests or impede the incoming government's work.

Euronews

Peter Magyar vows swift end to Orban’s rule as pressure mounts to secure EU funding

The new Hungarian leader announced his government could assume power in the first week of May

The Independent UK

Life after Orbán: How his crushing defeat is set to transform EU power dynamics

The Hungarian election has brought the Viktor Orbán era to an abrupt end. His defeat is set to transform the power dynamics at the EU table.

Euronews

Could Viktor Orbán be back in 2030? Why Péter Magyar has a fight on his hands after landslide win

The mood was jubilant among liberals and pro-Europeans in Hungary and beyond on April 13 as Péter Magyar led the Tisza party to a landslide election victory. His win ended the 16-year administration of Viktor Orbán’s pro-Russian Fidesz party. Given the high turnout and margin of victory, giving Tisza a…

The Conversation

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‘Victory for democracy’: Trump’s friend Viktor Orbán humiliated after people reject him, Obama leads the celebration

One more far-right pillar down.

The Independent UK

Hungary’s new prime minister says he will ask Putin to stop the killing in Ukraine

Peter Magyar’s election victory over Viktor Orban was greeted with relief in Kyiv

The Guardian - UK

‘Now I’m hopeful’: Hungarians welcome the morning after 16 years of Orbán rule

Excitement and disbelief mix on the streets of Budapest after record turnout drives opposition’s landslide victory

Euronews

‘Fabricating proof’: The disinformation tactics that shaped Hungary’s election

Disinformation analysts identified new tactics ahead of last weekend's polls, including fabricated news stories tailored to propaganda narratives, private Facebook groups used to spread party messaging and signs of Russian interference.

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Euronews

Hungary election promises renewable energy investment and foreign factory crackdowns

Orbán, who once described EU climate ambitions as a 'utopian fantasy', has been replaced by Péter Magyar.

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: Trump says US will blockade strait of Hormuz after Iran peace talks fail

Tehran said the move would be a breach of the ceasefire. Plus, Viktor Orbán ousted in Hungarian election in blow to global far right

Euronews

Magyar victory will bring more 'European unity', former European Council chief Michel says

Former European Council President Charles Michel told Euronews' Europe Today morning show this is a "historic moment" for Hungary and says Orbán's relationship with Ukraine and the US was "disturbing".

The Guardian - UK

Monday briefing: Hungary chooses Péter Magyar over Viktor Orbán

In today’s newsletter: Orbán concedes defeat after 16 years in power, ushering in a new era for Hungary’s relations with the EU, US and Russia

The Times of India

Hungary's Orbán concedes defeat as Péter Magyar ends 16-year rule - all you need to know

Viktor Orban, the European Union's longest-serving leader, conceded defeat on Sunday after 16 years in power as Hungarians voted in record numbers for a pro-European course spearheaded by centre-right rival Peter Magyar.

The Guardian - UK

Péter Magyar: Hungary’s next leader energised voters but is ‘a dark horse’

Ex-government insider turned Orbán critic is authentic and passionate but his proposed policies are short on details

The Independent UK

Photos of Hungary's presidential election, as voters end Viktor Orbán's 16-year rule

Hungarian voters ousted long-serving Prime Minister Viktor Orbán Sunday after 16 years in power. The winner was former Orbán ally Peter Magyar of the Tisza party.

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