The Prime Minister’s party is fighting against the opposition
In Hungary, the opposition’s chances of victory are growing. Independent media, which have worked under pressure from the authorities for years, may play a crucial role.
This was reported by RBC-Ukraine, citing EP.
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Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban may lose power after the upcoming parliamentary elections. For the first time in many years, his political force is facing a real threat of defeat.
Experts note that the main competitor to the ruling Fidesz party has become the opposition force “Tisza,” which is rapidly gaining popularity among voters.
One of the key factors influencing the change in political sentiment is the activity of independent media. Despite systemic pressure from the authorities, they continued to publish investigations into corruption and abuses, shaping an alternative news agenda.
During Orban’s years in power, the media landscape in the country has changed significantly. A significant portion of the media has come under the control of the government or related business structures. As a result, the overwhelming majority of news content is pro-government in nature.
At the same time, independent journalists have maintained influence over a segment of the audience and contributed to the growing support for the opposition.
State media also play a separate role, which, according to analysts, effectively perform the functions of government communication. Their broadcasts predominantly feature positive coverage of the authorities, while opposition forces are often presented in a negative context.
During the election campaign, the spread of disinformation and manipulative narratives is also being recorded, particularly regarding external influence on the opposition.
Despite this, experts believe that the activities of independent media may become one of the decisive factors influencing the voting outcome and potential change of power in the country.
As is known, elections in Hungary will take place on April 12. It is expected that Orban, who has been leading the government for a long time, will resign and be replaced by Peter Madyar from the opposition party “Tisza.”
