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Orban Investigates Allegations of Foreign Interference Ahead of Election

3/26/2026

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Prime Minister Viktor Orban faces allegations of foreign interference ahead of the April 12 election.
Wiretapping claims involving Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto have emerged, suggesting collusion with Russian officials.
Opposition journalist Szabolcs Panyi has been implicated in facilitating this wiretapping, allegedly working with EU intelligence.
Prime Minister Viktor Orban has announced an investigation into these claims.
Peter Magyar, Orban's opponent, has threatened severe consequences for Szijjarto if elected.

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Prime Minister Viktor Orban faces allegations of foreign interference ahead of the April 12 election.
Wiretapping claims involving Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto have emerged, suggesting collusion with Russian officials.
Opposition journalist Szabolcs Panyi has been implicated in facilitating this wiretapping, allegedly working with EU intelligence.
Prime Minister Viktor Orban has announced an investigation into these claims.
Peter Magyar, Orban's opponent, has threatened severe consequences for Szijjarto if elected.