Hungary Elections | How These Elections Are Make Or Break For Viktor Orbán & The US, Russia Angle

Hungary’s April 12 election is no longer just a domestic political contest—it has become a geopolitical flashpoint. At the centre is Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, whose decade-long rule has positioned Hungary as Russia’s closest partner inside the European Union, while also drawing strong backing from former US President Donald Trump and sections of the American right. As challenger Péter Magyar mounts an unprecedented electoral challenge, both Washington and Moscow are watching closely. For Russia, an Orbán victory ensures a friendly voice within the EU and NATO—one that has resisted sanctions and maintained crucial energy ties. For the US, the stakes are equally high: Hungary’s stance on Ukraine, NATO unity, and European stability could shift dramatically depending on the outcome. This election could redefine Hungary’s global alignment—either reinforcing Orbán’s independent, East-leaning approach or bringing Budapest closer to the Western mainstream. NDTV's Shubh Bhardwaj brings you the details.