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Hungary's Orbán Targets Civil Society Amid Election Struggles

5/22/2025

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Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is ramping up his assault on civil society and media with a controversial law aimed at foreign-funded organizations. Critics liken his tactics to those of authoritarian regimes in Russia. Amid economic struggles and dwindling party support, Orbán's quest for power ahead of elections could deepen Hungary's rift with the EU.

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Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is ramping up his assault on civil society and media with a controversial law aimed at foreign-funded organizations. Critics liken his tactics to those of authoritarian regimes in Russia. Amid economic struggles and dwindling party support, Orbán's quest for power ahead of elections could deepen Hungary's rift with the EU.