Prime Minister Viktor Orbán urged unity, peace and strong voter turnout at a campaign-closing rally, framing the election as a decisive choice about Hungary’s future, security and sovereignty.
Donald Trump has pledged that the United States stands ready to support Hungary’s economy with its ‘full economic might’ if needed, two days ahead of the country’s most important election in recent history. The statement has revived discussions about a potential currency swap agreement, first floated in November 2025, aimed primarily at shielding the Hungarian economy from external pressure.
American conservative author Rod Dreher has accused an Italian journalist of misrepresenting his views on Hungary in a recent interview published ahead of the election. He rejected claims that he plans to leave the country due to dissatisfaction, calling the portrayal ‘spin’ and reaffirming his overall support for the Hungarian model, while acknowledging certain shortcomings.
Ukrainian political scientist Yevhen Magda has suggested that Viktor Orbán could still secure an upset victory in Hungary’s upcoming election, despite unfavourable polling in some surveys. Pointing to backing from three of the world’s most influential power centres, Magda argued that Orbán’s campaign is ‘on schedule’.
What is at stake in the Hungarian elections? Which Hungarian policies are noteworthy—and perhaps worth adopting in the West? How does Australia relate to the Iranian and Ukrainian wars, and the challenge posed by China? We spoke with the former Prime Minister of Australia about the significance of the Hungarian elections, the dangers of a changing world order, and the role of conservatism.
A Ukrainian user on X claims that Prime Minister Viktor Orbán of Hungary ‘will execute anyone protesting’ after losing the upcoming Hungarian parliamentary election this Sunday. British comedian John Cleese of Monty Python fame responded to the tweet, seemingly in agreement.
Hungary’s close ties with Russia have come under heavy criticism within the EU and have become central to the country’s election campaign. In this tense atmosphere, however, many have overlooked that the only open communication channel between the bloc and Moscow currently runs through Budapest. But what happens if it is gone?
A former Ukrainian-born Hungarian gang member, László Kovács, has accused Viktor Orbán of receiving cash from Russian mafia boss Semion Mogilevich to finance his 1998 campaign. The claims, published by The Insider, remain unverified, though Kovács said he would testify in court if the government changes.
US Vice President JD Vance delivered a strong political message during a joint press conference with Viktor Orbán in Budapest, describing cooperation between the two countries as a defence of Western civilization. He also raised concerns about foreign interference ahead of Hungary’s upcoming election, praising Orbán as the ‘most important leader’ in Europe.
A Bloomberg report has revealed details of a 2025 phone call between Viktor Orbán and Vladimir Putin, from the time when Budapest was floated as a potential venue for a US–Russia peace summit on Ukraine. The leaked transcript comes as Hungary’s close ties to Moscow come under increasing scrutiny from within the EU and Orbán’s opposition ahead of the 12 April election.
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