Hungarian voters head to the polls as Viktor Orban faces stern test

WorldPolitics
12 Apr 2026 • 10:04 PM MYT
The Independent
The Independent

The world’s most free-thinking newspaper

image is not available

  • Hungarian voters are heading to the polls on Sunday for a parliamentary election, where Prime Minister Viktor Orban faces his toughest opposition in 16 years.
  • Orban, a nationalist leader, has drawn criticism across Europe for his support of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
  • Recent polls suggest the centre-right Tisza party, led by former government insider Peter Magyar, is leading Orban's ruling Fidesz party.
  • One poll indicated Tisza had 52 per cent support among decided voters, while Fidesz had 39 per cent.
  • The election outcome remains uncertain due to a significant number of undecided voters, with results expected late Sunday evening.

IN FULL

Newswav Malaysia Best News App

Newswav is an online content aggregator and obtains its content from different online sources. The content in the app do not belong to Newswav nor do they reflect the opinions of Newswav and its staff. Your use of this app indicates your understanding and acceptance of this information.

Newswav Sdn. Bhd. (201701008480 (1222645-M)) 2026 All Rights Reserved