Magyar wins general elections in Hungary against incumbent Orban
Opposition leader Peter Magyar held wide lead against incumbent Victor Orban from early on, according to National Election Office.
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- Anadolu Agency
- Published Date: 12:05 | 13 April 2026
- Modified Date: 12:11 | 13 April 2026
Hungary's opposition Tisza Party is poised to win parliamentary elections with 68.84% of vote and 137 seats, with 81% of ballots counted, according to unofficial results.
Opposition leader Peter Magyar held wide lead against incumbent Victor Orban from early on, according to National Election Office.
Hungary's far-right incumbent Orban conceded defeat, saying: "We will serve our nation from opposition."
Prime Minister Viktor Orban has just called to congratulate us on our victory, Magyar said on US social media platform X.
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