Péter Magyar’s historic [defeat](https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/12/viktor-orban-concedes-defeat-as-opposition-wins-hungarian-election) of Viktor Orbán in... (opens in new tab)

Social democratic parties are suffering an almost total wipeout, as rightwing nationalism flourishes on the EU’s eastern flankPéter Magyar’s historic defeat of Viktor Orbán in Hungary’s recent election was rightly celebrated in progressive circles and beyond. For the global far right, which has been steadily gaining power and influence for over a decade, this was a significant reverse. But it was no victory for the left. A former member of Mr Orbán’s Fidesz party, Mr Magyar will lead a centre...