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András Baka elected new President of Hungary

On Tuesday, the Hungarian Parliament elected jurist András Baka as president, known for his critiques of the Orban system.

11 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The Hungarian Parliament elected András Baka as the new President on Tuesday. Baka, an internationally recognized jurist, has made a name for himself as a sharp critic of former Prime Minister Viktor Orban.

Prime Minister Magyar hopes this election will put an end to the turmoil surrounding the presidency. Baka is expected to take office at a time when Hungary could shift in a new political direction.

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