Episode
The battle for Hungary
- Podcast
- The Global Jigsaw
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- Apr 8, 2026
- Duration seconds
- 2436
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- http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/w3ct9b02
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Summary
Viktor Orban faces a high-stakes showdown as Peter Magyar takes him on in one of Europe’s most consequential elections in years. A former ally-turned-rival Peter Magyar has built a remarkable momentum in a short time, with polls placing him ahead of the incumbent. Yet victory may still prove elusive within a power structure designed to protect the status quo. In this episode we examine the unequal playing field that is the election machine. We cut through the exuberance of the campaign to distil the messages of the rival camps, Fidesz and Tisza, and explore how the outcome could redefine Hungary’s role in the region. We speak to Amitis Sedghi, Rita Palfi and Zsofia Paulikovics. Producer: Kriszta Satori Presenter: Krassi Ivanova Twigg Music: Pete Cunningham