What's Behind Péter Magyar's Ascent to Power in Hungary after Prime Minister Orbán's Defeat

Hungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar has brought about an end to Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's 16-year rule. Magyar, a former insider, has risen quickly in politics since 2024.  Hungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar has brought about an end to Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's 16-year rule. Magyar, a former insider, has risen quickly in politics since 2024.  April 13, 2026 at 02:18AM April 13, 2026 at 02:18AM