Hungary's Shifting Political Landscape: Defections Shake Orban Regime
A critical election looms in Hungary as a growing number of loyalists to Prime Minister Viktor Orban defect, signaling cracks in his long-standing grip on power.
Budapest, Hungary - The political landscape in Hungary is undergoing a dramatic shift as a growing number of key figures loyal to Prime Minister Viktor Orban are defecting ahead of a critical election. This exodus of Orban supporters has sent shockwaves through the country's political establishment, signaling potential cracks in the long-standing grip on power by the conservative nationalist leader.
Zalan Alkonyi, a researcher focused on Russia, is among those who have come under pressure to toe the government line. "As someone who has been critical of Russia, I've faced increasing pressure to conform to the government's narrative," he explains, highlighting the nationalist government's efforts to exert control over the narrative surrounding international affairs.
{{IMAGE_PLACEHOLDER}}Source: The New York Times
