European far‑right leaders rally in Budapest to back Viktor Orbán
politicsMar 24, 2026
European far-right leaders, including Marine Le Pen and Geert Wilders, rallied in Budapest to publicly back Prime Minister Viktor Orbán ahead of Hungary's April 12 parliamentary election. The visit cast Orbán as the figurehead of an international authoritarian right movement. That international profile has alienated parts of his most loyal voter base and eroded his domestic support. The April 12 vote will determine Orbán's parliamentary majority and his influence within the European Union.
Key Highlights
Marine Le Pen and Geert Wilders rallied in Budapest to support Orbán.
International far-right backing has alienated segments of Orbán's core voter base.
Election on April 12 will decide Orbán's parliamentary majority and EU influence.
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