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Hungary Ousts Orban: Vote Shows Illiberalism Isn’t Doomed
Hungary has voted out longtime authoritarian leader Victor Orban after 16 years in power, with the opposition securing a significant majority. The election results signal a potential shift for Hungary's role in Europe and demonstrate that illiberalism is not an inevitable outcome for nations. The outcome also highlights concerns about Orban's close ties to Russia and his impact on democratic institutions.