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Trump Backs Orbán Ahead of Hungary's Crucial Election

2/20/2026

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President Donald Trump endorsed Viktor Orbán and other leaders at a Board of Peace meeting.
Hungary faces an April election, with Viktor Orbán challenged by opposition leader Peter Magyar.
Marco Rubio, U.S. Secretary of State, stressed Orbán's importance for U.S. interests and suggested aid.
Despite Magyar leading in a recent poll, Orbán remains a key Trump ally.
Trump has also endorsed leaders in Argentina and Japan, reflecting broader U.S.-Europe tensions.

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President Donald Trump endorsed Viktor Orbán and other leaders at a Board of Peace meeting.
Hungary faces an April election, with Viktor Orbán challenged by opposition leader Peter Magyar.
Marco Rubio, U.S. Secretary of State, stressed Orbán's importance for U.S. interests and suggested aid.
Despite Magyar leading in a recent poll, Orbán remains a key Trump ally.
Trump has also endorsed leaders in Argentina and Japan, reflecting broader U.S.-Europe tensions.