Orban's Defeat Weakens Ukraine's Foes in Europe
After over a decade in power, Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban has conceded defeat in a general election, removing a major adversary of Ukraine from the European political landscape.
In a stunning turn of events, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has been defeated in a general election, marking the end of his 12-year reign as the country's leader. Orban, a staunch critic of Ukraine and a close ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin, had become a thorn in the side of Kyiv's efforts to secure international support amid the ongoing conflict.
Orban's loss is seen as a significant blow to Ukraine's geopolitical standing in Europe, as the former Hungarian leader had consistently opposed sanctions against Russia and pushed for a more conciliatory approach towards the Kremlin. His defeat removes a powerful voice from the European Union that had been sympathetic to Putin's interests and critical of Ukraine's pro-Western orientation.
{{IMAGE_PLACEHOLDER}}Source: The New York Times
