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Hungary election: Voters want new EU approach, but tough Ukraine stance, poll shows

Ahead of Hungary’s April 12, 2026 general election, polls indicate challenger Peter Magyar’s Tisza party holds a slight lead over incumbent Viktor Orban’s Fidesz, with 21% of voters undecided. An ECFR poll finds most Hungarians (including half of Fidesz supporters) want reduced friction with the EU, but both major voter blocs are skeptical of financial support for Ukraine and Kyiv’s EU membership bid, while domestic issues like cost of living, corruption, and energy security remain top priorities.