Why US and Russia are backing Viktor Orbán in Hungary election

As Hungarian voters prepare for elections, both the US and Russia are backing Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. US Senator JD Vance is set to visit Hungary on Tuesday, while Russian intelligence is allegedly involved in influencing the election. This interplay highlights a shift in US-Russian relations, diverging from rivalry to a shared ideological interest in Orbán's leadership.

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