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Viktor Orban's challenger sees strong EU, NATO ties, 'pragmatic' approach to Russia
- Peter Magyar, the opposition challenger to Prime Minister Viktor Orban, told Reuters he would keep Hungary firmly anchored in the European Union and NATO if he wins elections due in early 2026 and would strive for "pragmatic relations" with Russia.
The article from Reuters discusses Peter Magyar, a Hungarian lawyer and whistleblower, who has emerged as a potential challenger to Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban in the upcoming 2025 elections. Magyar, previously a member of Orban's Fidesz party, has criticized the government's corruption and its handling of EU relations. He advocates for stronger ties with the EU and NATO, while also suggesting a pragmatic approach towards Russia, focusing on economic relations rather than ideological conflicts. Magyar's platform includes fighting corruption, improving governance, and restoring Hungary's credibility within the European Union. His emergence comes at a time when Orban's policies, particularly his stance on Russia and EU relations, have drawn significant criticism both domestically and internationally.
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[ https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/viktor-orbans-challenger-sees-strong-eu-nato-ties-pragmatic-approach-russia-2025-01-09/ ]
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[ https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/viktor-orbans-challenger-sees-strong-eu-nato-ties-pragmatic-approach-russia-2025-01-09/ ]
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