Unexpected Upset: Viktor Orban Ousted in Landmark Hungarian Election
After 16 years in power, Hungary's far-right Prime Minister Viktor Orban has been voted out in a historic election marked by record voter turnout.
In a stunning turn of events, the Hungarian people have risen up and voted to oust long-serving Prime Minister Viktor Orban from power. The election, which saw record voter turnout, marked the end of Orban's 16-year reign as the country's far-right leader.
The results came as a shock to many, as Orban had maintained a firm grip on power in recent years, tightening his control over the media, judiciary and other key institutions. However, it appears that growing discontent over his increasingly authoritarian policies, as well as the economic challenges facing the country, were ultimately too much for the populace to ignore.
{{IMAGE_PLACEHOLDER}}Source: Al Jazeera
