Orban Loses, Iran Walks Out, Pope Dies — Has JD Vance Truly Been Cursed? Vice President JD Vance's recent diplomatic tour coincided with a series of unfortunate events, including the passing of Pope Francis and the electoral defeat of Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán. International Business Times UK · Apr 12
‘We overthrew the Hungarian regime’: Peter Magyar celebrates election landslide as PM Viktor Orban crushed ‘We did it,’ Tisza leader Peter Magyar tells supporters as Viktor Orban’s 16-year rule ended in stunning election defeat Evening Standard · Apr 12
Starmer hails ‘historic moment for European democracy’ as Orban loses Hungary election Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban conceded defeat on Sunday night The Independent UK · Apr 12
Europe welcomes Magyar victory as Orban concedes defeat in Hungary's elections Hungary's nationalist Prime Minister Viktor Orban has conceded defeat in Sunday's elections to his rival, conservative Peter Magyar, a former government insider and political newcomer who has promised "system change" for the country. Radio France Internationale · Apr 12
Péter Magyar wins historic Hungary election as Viktor Orban concedes IN FULL The Independent UK · Apr 12
Record turnout in Hungary as voters weigh change against Orban’s rule Turnout in Hungary's closely watched parliamentary polls hit a record high on Sunday, as voters flocked to participate in a ballot that could end nationalist Prime Minister Viktor Orban's 16-year rule. Radio France Internationale · Apr 12
Hungarian voters head to the polls as Viktor Orban faces stern test IN FULL The Independent UK · Apr 12
Record turnout expected as parliamentary election in Hungary gets under way Polls opened at 6am across the country, and will close 7pm local time. So far, all figures point to a record turnout. Euronews · Apr 12
Polls open in Hungary after a campaign of rallies, protests and war rhetoric Voting has begun in Hungary's parliamentary elections, pitting incumbent Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s long-ruling Fidesz against challengers led by Peter Magyar’s Tisza party. The night before the polls, Orban wrapped-up his campaign with a rally in Budapest’s historic Buda Castle district, blending confidence, anti-war rhetoric, and MAGA-style flair amid scattered… Radio France Internationale · Apr 12
Hungary elections live: Trump ally Orban ousted after 16 years as Magyar wins by landslide Peter Magya vows to rebuild ties with EU and restore ‘the system of checks and balances’ The Independent UK · Apr 12
Hungary elections live: Orban fights to remain in power as polls open in key test for Europe Orban’s failing election campaign has been backed by US president Donald Trump and vice president JD Vance The Independent UK · Apr 11
Hungary Election 2026: Opposition Tisza Leads Orban in Final Polls as Pivotal Vote Looms Sunday Hungarians head to the polls Sunday in a parliamentary election that could end Viktor Orban's 16-year grip on power, with the opposition Tisza Party holding a clear lead in the latest polls over the longtime prime minister's Fidesz party amid widespread discontent over corruption, ties to Russia and stalled European… International Business Times · Apr 11
Radio France Internationale · Apr 11 Hungary braces for landmark election as Orban faces strongest challenge in years In the final days before Hungary’s crucial elections on Sunday, the two candidates have been criss-crossing the country, whipping up enthusiasm in rival, frantic last-minute rallies. Huge crowds of flag-waving supporters have cheered them on all week, building towards what could become Hungary’s most important political moment since the fall…
Radio France Internationale · Apr 10 Russia casts long shadow over campaign for Hungary's watershed vote Days before Hungarians head to the polls in an election that stands to define their country's place in Europe, opponents of Prime Minister Viktor Orban are hoping his ties to Russia will drive voters to end his 16 years in power.
The Independent UK · Apr 9 Britain and Nato are pulling away from Trump’s America – to save it from itself ANALYSIS: While Trump was pounding Iran with bombs, the UK led a secret operation against Russian spy subs in the Arctic. It is a sign that Starmer is focusing on where the threat to the alliance really lies, writes world affairs editor Sam Kiley
Radio France Internationale · Apr 9 'The propaganda machine Orban has built has a massive impact before any election' As Hungary prepares for parliamentary elections on 12 April, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s Fidesz party maintains tight control over much of the country’s media – and concerns are mounting over how free and fair the vote can be.
International Business Times UK · Apr 8 Calls Grow For JD Vance Excommunication After Comments On Potential Trump Nuclear Strike Spark Outrage Catholic leaders, including Pope Leo XIV, condemn VP JD Vance's remarks on Iran, sparking nuclear speculation and calls for excommunication.
Radio France Internationale · Apr 8 As corruption allegations close out campaign, what to expect in Hungary’s election Hungary’s parliamentary election on 12 April is shaping up to be the biggest test yet of Viktor Orban’s 16 years in power. For the first time in more than a decade, the prime minister faces a challenger who might turn the tables: Peter Magyar.
Reason · Apr 7 Viktor Orban's Hungary Exemplifies the Perils of Nationalism As a new analysis by Johan Norberg shows, the regime many MAGA Republicans see as a model to emulate has repressed civil liberties, undermined the free market, destroyed the rule of law, and made Hungary the poorest nation in the European Union.
Radio France Internationale · Apr 7 Vance accuses EU of election interference on visit to Hungary to support Orban Vice President of the United States JD Vance was in Hungary on Tuesday to show support for nationalist Prime Minister Viktor Orban, ahead of the country's election this weekend. Vance accused Brussels of foreign election interference during a press conference in Budapest.
Radio France Internationale · Apr 2 Inside the Hungarian think tank pushing Orban’s far-right agenda in Brussels With Hungary heading to elections on 12 April, Prime Minister Viktor Orban is not only defending his position at home, but trying to push his self-described “illiberal democracy” model across Europe. At the centre of that effort is a think tank which aims to influence politicians in Brussels.
Euronews · Mar 30 Watch: 'No Kings' movement is spreading — why are Europeans protesting? Millions of Americans took to the streets this weekend for the "No Kings" protests against US President Donald Trump. But this movement did not stop at the US border. What exactly is the movement about, and why is it important for Europe?