Viktor Orban Loses Election in Hungary, Concedes Defeat, Congratulates Opposition Winners

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The New York Times: In a surprisingly early and gracious concession speech in Budapest, Mr. Orban congratulated the opposition saying, “The responsibility and opportunity to govern were not given to us.” But, he also made a vow: “We are not giving up. Never, never, never.” His defeat paves the way for Peter Magyar, a former Orban loyalist and the leader of the main opposition party, to take over as Hungary’s prime minister once the newly elected Parliament meets. Political Wire : Orban said the

Published 12 Apr 2026
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