Hungary's Viktor Orban loses election after 16 years in power

Viktor Orban, Hungary's long-serving prime minister and a close ally of Donald Trump, has conceded defeat in the country's 2026 election after 16 years in power. The winner is Peter Magyar, a political newcomer who had previously praised Trump in a rare move. Orban's loss marks a major shift in Hungarian politics and has drawn attention from European leaders, as well as from the US, Russia, and Israel.

Orban's defeat is seen as a significant blow to Trump, who had backed him. European leaders reacted quickly, with many saying "Hungary has chosen." The election saw record voter turnout, reflecting the high stakes of the vote. Orban called Magyar to concede, acknowledging the "painful" result.