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Viktor Orbán has led Hungary since 2010, building a political system critics describe as authoritarian while supporters credit with economic stability and national sovereignty. In April 2026, Hungarians voted in elections that threatened his 16-year grip on power, with challenger Peter Magyar gaining significant momentum amid concerns over judicial independence, media freedom, and democratic backsliding. The outcome carries implications for European politics and Hungary's relationship with the EU and NATO.