Orban vs Magyar: Hungary heads into high-stakes election | DW News

Hungarians head to the polls in a closely watched general election that could reshape the country's political future. After 16 years in power, Prime Minister Viktor Orban is facing his strongest challenge yet from opposition leader Peter Magyar.

Recent opinion polls suggest Magyar's Tisza party may be ahead, raising the possibility of a major political shift in Hungary.

Orban has campaigned on stability and national sovereignty, warning that a change in government could put Hungary's interests at risk. Meanwhile, Magyar has pledged to tackle corruption and repair strained relations with the European Union.

In this DW analysis report we look at the final days of campaigning, the key issues driving voters, and what's at stake as millions prepare to cast their ballots.

We speak to DW correspondent Ferenc Gaal for analysis of whether this election could mark a turning point in Hungarian politics.

00:22 Mass protests against Orban
00:40 "Where is the money?" corruption anger
01:07 Magyar's rise challenges power
02:02 Orban: "Don’t risk everything"
02:28 Stability or change?
02:55 Millions decide Hungary’s future
03:07 Is this the end of Orban? (Analysis from Ferenc Gaal in Budapest)

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