In Orban’s rule, Israelis saw a model for their own country. Will he also be one in defeat?
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- Category: Middle East
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-23 19:25 UTC
- Sources: Times of Israel
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's loss has sparked speculation about its impact on Israel's upcoming elections, with some drawing parallels between the two countries' politics.
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