Trump and MAGA Embraced Orban. Now, They’re Worried by His Loss in Hungary’s Election.

Viktor Orban, the Hungarian prime minister, and his right-wing playbook were embraced by parts of the American right. Now some are worried by his defeat.

By Kellen Browning and Shane Goldmacher

Defeated Orban Breaks Silence to Convene a Party Congress - Bloomberg.com

Defeated Orban Breaks Silence to Convene a Party Congress  Bloomberg.com

A new era for Hungary following Viktor Orbán's defeat

During a three-hour press conference, Péter Magyar, the conservative yet pro-European winner of the election, maintained a degree of ambiguity on the subject of Ukraine but outlined a return to the rule of law for the small Central European country.

Hungary’s opposition cheers Orban’s fall but faces challenging transition

Peter Magyar joined supporters of his Tisza party in jubilation over their seismic victory, but sought to prepare the country for difficulties ahead.

By Mary Ilyushina

Viktor Orbán inspired rightwingers across the EU and in Britain. His defeat could represent a turning of the tide | Polly Toynbee

We must hope this vote will be the start of a wider backlash – and send hard-right populism back to the fringes where it belongs The forces of darkness rolled back on Sunday. The mighty combined power of Vladimir Putin’s Russia and Donald Trump’s America were defeated in Hungary, as European liberal democratic values triumphed. The populist-nativist right put their all into keeping Viktor Orbán in power. The US vice-president, JD Vance, mid-war in Iran, took time out to parade his patronage i...

By Polly Toynbee

5 things to know about Péter Magyar, Hungary's new prime minister

Magyar ended Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's 16-year grip on power in a landslide victory on Sunday. The former Orbán loyalist burst onto the scene as an opposition leader in 2024.

By Rachel Treisman

What’s behind Viktor Orban’s defeat in Hungary’s election?

Hungary's opposition has defeated the prime minister by a landslide.

Orbán’s defeat may signal shift in Europe’s far-right, illiberal tide says Michael Ignatieff

For Michael Ignatieff, news that Viktor Orbán’s 16-year rule in Hungary had come to an end was reason enough to raise a glass. He speaks about what Orbán’s defeat and Péter Magyar's victory could mean for geopolitics.

Japan’s bid to avert Trump tariffs draws fire over climate impact of US projects

Japan’s effort to shield itself from President Donald Trump’s tariffs is facing a new backlash, with environmental groups warning that US projects tied to Tokyo’s investment pledge could generate greenhouse gases equal to around 20 per cent of Japan’s annual emissions. The Japanese government agreed to invest 5.7 trillion yen (US$35.6 billion) in the three projects as part of the first round of spending on US infrastructure in return for Trump’s tariffs being suspended. In total, the bilatera...

By Julian Ryall

JD Vance frustrated as missions for Iran deal and Hungary election end in ‘bad news’

It was a double reality check for the ambitious Vance, who is widely tipped as a frontrunner in the race to being named heir to Trump in the 2028 U.S. presidential election

By AFP

Trump, 79, Raises Fresh Health Concerns After Unbelievable Mix-Up

Trump receives big McDonald's order from ‘DoorDash grandma’, hands her a $100 tip. Watch

Sharon Simmons delivered two large bags of food as Trump highlighted the tax measure, saying, “So the no tax on tips is something special.”

Pro-EU Magyar vows 'new era' in Hungary after ousting Orban

BUDAPEST, Hungary (AFP) -- Within hours of becoming Hungary's prime minister-elect, Peter Magyar pledged Monday to usher in a "new era" after defeating long-time nationalist leader Viktor Orban in an election seen as a blow to hard-right populism. Orban, a self-described "thorn" in the EU's side, who was backed by US President Donald Trump and maintained close ties to Moscow, was ousted in Sunday's ballot after 16 years in power in the EU and NATO member. Hungarians fed up with corruption handed

By The Korea Herald

Iran Steps Up Meme War Against Donald Trump, Calls Him "Miserable Pirate Of The Persian Gulf"

The Iran Embassy in South Africa shared a post depicting Trump in a musical-style video, where he is seen appealing to allow ships to pass through a blockade.

Hungary vote removes Ukraine's staunchest foe in EU

Viktor Orban — a nationalist who maintained warm ties with Russian President Vladimir Putin — systematically opposed Brussels' efforts to support Ukraine

Orban’s paradox: A friend of Israel, a challenge for Jews - analysis

Orban may have been an ultra-nationalist. He may have been anti-immigration. He may have been illiberal. But he had Israel’s back. Repeatedly.

Who is Péter Magyar, Hungary's new prime minister?

Railing against the Orbán regime helped his popularity explode. Now, he may be a problem for Trump and Putin.

Commentary: What Viktor Orban’s election loss in Hungary means for Putin, Trump and right-wing populism

The outcome of Hungary's election will be felt widely, from Moscow to Washington and beyond, says a defence expert.

DOE warns of possible fuel price hike next week after rollback

Energy Secretary Sharon Garin cites the unpredictability of US President Donald Trump and other parties involved in the Middle East conflict

By Tatiana Maligro

Hungary after Orban: Relief in Brussels, reality check on Ukraine - The Kyiv Independent

Hungary after Orban: Relief in Brussels, reality check on Ukraine  The Kyiv Independent

Magyar wins over Orban by a landslide - China Daily

Magyar wins over Orban by a landslide  China Daily

Marjorie Taylor Greene Predicts GOP "Slaughter" In November

Marjorie Taylor Greene Predicts GOP "Slaughter" In November After six years as one of Donald Trump's most reliable foot soldiers, Marjorie Taylor Greene has made it clear that she's done - not just with Trump personally, but with what she believes the Republican Party is about to become, and is pretty much predicting disaster for them. “Republicans are going to get slaughtered in the midterms," Greene told Politico in a new interview, warning the party stands to lose the Hous...

By Tyler Durden

Ocalan's brother censures Turkey’s main pro-Kurdish party over Kurdish language - rudaw.net

Ocalan's brother censures Turkey’s main pro-Kurdish party over Kurdish language  rudaw.net

Hungary’s next PM would pick up if Putin calls and tell him to stop Ukraine war

Péter Magyar has said he has already spoken to 10 European leaders, a day after his landslide victory brought an end to Viktor Orbán's 16-year continuous rule in Hungary.

By Abubakar Ibrahim

Pro-EU Magyar vows ‘new era’ in Hungary after ousting Orban - Kuwait Times

Pro-EU Magyar vows ‘new era’ in Hungary after ousting Orban  Kuwait Times