Hungary’s Viktor Orban concedes defeat in parliamentary elections

Author: aljazeera.comPublished on: April 12, 2026Country: Hungary

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Hungary’s Viktor Orban concedes defeat in parliamentary elections

Viktor Orban has conceded defeat to opposition leader Peter Magyar after 16 years as Hungary's prime minister. This election marks a significant turning point in Hungarian politics, ending a long period of dominance by Orban and his party. The election results have been met with varied reactions within the country.

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