E
uropeans have reason to celebrate Péter Magyar's win in Hungary. This election carries clear implications for Europe and should help the 27 member states reach consensus more easily on key foreign policy issues, ranging from financial support for Kyiv to Ukraine's accession to the European Union, as well as sanctions against Russia. On all these points, Viktor Orban had become notorious for his obstructionism.
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Hungary enters new era following Orban's defeat
The result of the election on April 12 is a powerful symbol: Populist, Euroskeptic right-wing forces can be stopped, and years of illiberal governance cannot erase democracy in an EU member state. This election marks a turning point in the culture war led by Donald Trump in Europe and deprives the American president of his main political stronghold within the Union.
