Hungarians Vote for Change as Orbán's Rule Faces Potential End
Hungarians head to the polls in a high-stakes election that could oust long-serving PM Viktor Orbán, with repercussions for Europe, the US, and Russia.
Hungarians are heading to the polls in a closely contested election that could bring an end to Viktor Orbán's 16-year rule, with the potential to reshape the central European country's relations with the EU, Moscow, and Washington.
Pre-election day polls suggest that Péter Magyar of the centre-right Tisza party may be on course to win, ending Orbán's tenure, which has been criticized for weakening the rule of law and civil liberties, and raising hopes of a more pro-European government in Budapest.
The stakes are high, as the outcome of this election could have significant repercussions far beyond Hungary's borders. Orbán's rule has been a source of tension with the EU, and his perceived alignment with Russia has also drawn criticism from the West. A change in leadership could signal a shift in Hungary's foreign policy and its approach to key global issues.
Source: The Guardian
