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The GuardianMonday, 13 April 2026
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Hungary enters new era as election ends Orbán’s 16-year grip on power
Tisza party set to take over after critical poll for Europe and Washington
The paper frames the election result as a historic and highly consequential turning point, emphasising its geopolitical implications for the European Union and the United States rather than just domestic Hungarian politics.
Viktor Orbán has been a dominant right-wing figure in European politics for over a decade, frequently clashing with EU leadership over democratic norms. A defeat by the opposition Tisza party represents a significant shift in Central European political dynamics and EU cohesion.
“16-year grip on power”
“Welcoming of democratic transition”
UK could align with EU without MPs’ scrutiny
Highlights potential democratic bypass concerns regarding new legislation shaping post-Brexit UK-EU relations.
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