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Thousands marched in Budapest supporting Prime Minister Viktor Orbán as he heads toward his most competitive election in 15 years, six months away.
The rally opposed Hungary’s involvement in Russia’s Ukraine war, reflecting Orbán’s controversial pro-Kremlin stance within the European Union.
Persistent inflation, economic stagnation and corruption allegations have weakened Orbán’s standing, with challenger Péter Magyar’s party leading in recent polls.
BUDAPEST, Hungary — Thousands of Hungarians congregated on the streets of Budapest on Thursday in a show of force on behalf of their leader, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, who six months ahead of parliamentary elections looks set to f