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Orban Concedes Power, Boosting EU Relations and Ukraine Aid

4/13/2026

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Viktor Orban, Hungary's prime minister, and his administration conceded power to the opposition led by Peter Magyar.
The shift is a turning point for the European Union amid tensions with Orban's government.
EU leaders, including Ursula von der Leyen, expressed optimism.
Magyar's opposition party aims to improve relations with the EU and NATO.
The new leadership could enable a 90 billion euro loan to Ukraine, blocked by Orban.

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Viktor Orban, Hungary's prime minister, and his administration conceded power to the opposition led by Peter Magyar.
The shift is a turning point for the European Union amid tensions with Orban's government.
EU leaders, including Ursula von der Leyen, expressed optimism.
Magyar's opposition party aims to improve relations with the EU and NATO.
The new leadership could enable a 90 billion euro loan to Ukraine, blocked by Orban.