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Author: dailypost.ngPublished on: April 12, 2026Country: Hungary

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Péter Magyar defeated Viktor Orbán in the Hungarian elections, ending Orbán's 16-year rule, with Orbán conceding defeat. Meanwhile, tensions between the US and Iran escalated following failed peace talks, with mixed reactions in Iran. US Vice President JD Vance stated that Iran rejected the terms proposed by the US. Additionally, an Easter ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine collapsed, with both sides accusing each other of breaches.

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