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Péter Magyar Takes Office, Marking the Official End of the Orbán Era
Peter Magyar has officially been sworn in as Hungary’s new prime minister, almost a month after defeating Viktor Orban.
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EU eyes Ukraine loan, Israeli settler sanctions, after Hungarian election
Ouster of EU ‘spoiler-in-chief’ Viktor Orban unlocks key foreign policy decisions in the 27-member bloc.
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Hungary’s opposition has defeated the prime minister by a landslide.
Published On 13 Apr 2026
Is Magyar’s election win the end of the EU’s troubles with Hungary?
Orban’s exit signals potential end to Hungary’s EU isolation and opens door for diplomatic and economic collaboration.
Orban was defeated in Hungary, but Orbanism lives on
Viktor Orban’s stepping stone – the EU’s own illiberal tendencies and militarism – is still very much present.
PM-in-waiting Peter Magyar lays out vision for Hungary after ousting Orban
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Hungary’s Peter Magyar calls for early convening of parliament
Hungary election winner Peter Magyar calls for early convening of parliament to form his government
Published On 13 Apr 2026
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Who is Peter Magyar, Hungary’s new leader who trounced Viktor Orban?
Magyar’s centre-right Tisza party has won a two-thirds majority in Hungary’s parliamentary elections.
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Celebrations in Hungary after Orban ousted in landmark election
Celebrations broke out across Budapest after opposition leader Peter Magyar defeated Prime Minister Viktor Orban.
Published On 13 Apr 2026
