Major upheaval in Hungary, Trump’s close aide Viktor Orban out of power after 16 years, historic victory for the opposition

News India Live, Digital Desk: The biggest news of this time is coming out from European politics. Prime Minister Viktor Orban, who has been ruling Hungary for the last 16 years, has faced a crushing defeat in the general elections. This defeat of Orban, who was counted among the closest allies of US President Donald Trump, has shocked not only Hungary but the entire world. The united opposition coalition has laid the foundation for a change of power in the country by demolishing Orban’s ‘invincible’ fortress.

16 years of rule ended

Victor Orban was in power in Hungary continuously since 2010. He is counted among the most prominent and controversial right-wing leaders of Europe. Orbán has often been accused of weakening democratic institutions and controlling the media. However, this time inflation, corruption and increasing tension with the European Union (EU) made his path difficult. Opposition parties put aside ideological differences and formed a common front, which succeeded in overthrowing Orbán’s long rule.

Big blow for Donald Trump

Orbán’s defeat is also being seen internationally as a personal blow for Donald Trump. Trump and Orbán have enjoyed a very close relationship and both leaders have often publicly praised each other’s policies. Orban’s departure has caused a huge loss to Trump’s influential group in Europe. Experts believe that the impact of this change in Hungary will now be clearly visible on the diplomatic relations between the European Union and America.

Victory for democracy or new instability?

Supporters have termed this victory of the opposition alliance as ‘restoration of democracy’. There is an atmosphere of celebration in various parts of the country including the capital Budapest. At the same time, political analysts say that now the biggest challenge for the new government will be to handle the fragmented economy and bring together parties with different ideologies. Orbán’s defeat has proved that after being in power for a long time, the public is now looking for change and a new vision.