Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán conceded defeat on Sunday, April 12, following a closely contested election.

WIth record turnout, Hungarians chose to end the 16-year rule of the prime minister who was a self-proclaimed champion of illiberal Christian democracy.

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Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis speaks during a press conference, after bilateral talks with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, in Berlin, Germany, March 10, 2026. REUTERS/Annegret Hilse/File Photo PRAGUE,

Ally of President Trump and veteran Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has conceded defeat in a parliamentary election, ending his 16 years in power.

The result is a stunning turn for a politician who has ruled as prime minister for 16 years and been an ally of President Trump.