Orban Faces Challenge to Retain Power in Hungary Amid EU Interference Claims
By Chris Summers
Published on April 12, 2026.
The Hungarian Prime Minister, Viktor Orban, and his conservative Fidesz party are facing the biggest challenge to their rule in 16 years as the opposition Tisza party seeks to improve relations with the European Union. The election will take place on April 12.
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