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Hungary's opposition Tisza party leads last Median poll done before Sunday election

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Posted on April 12, 2026

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BUDAPEST, April 12 (Reuters) - Hungary's centre-right Tisza party was projected to win 135 mandates in Hungary's 199-seat parliament, ahead of Prime Minister Viktor Orban's Fidesz party, in a poll

Tisza Party Projected to Lead Hungary’s Parliament in Final Median Poll

Hungarian Election Poll Results and Projections

Tisza Party's Projected Victory

BUDAPEST, April 12 (Reuters) - Hungary's centre-right Tisza party was projected to win 135 mandates in Hungary's 199-seat parliament, ahead of Prime Minister Viktor Orban's Fidesz party, in a poll carried out in the days before Sunday's election by pollster Median.

Survey Details and Methodology

According to the survey announced on RTL Klub television and conducted between April 7 and 11, the far-right Mi Hazank (Our Homeland) party would not pass the 5% threshold to get into parliament.

Reporting Credits

(Reporting by Budapest bureauEditing by Gareth Jones)

Key Takeaways

  • Median’s last pre‑election poll gives Tisza a commanding lead of 135 mandates, suggesting a strong shift in voter sentiment.
  • The far‑right Mi Hazánk is projected not to cross the 5% threshold and thus unlikely to enter parliament.
  • Other recent polls reinforce Tisza’s advantage: AtlasIntel shows 52% vs Fidesz’s 39%, and 21 Research projects Tisza could secure up to 129–129 seats — signaling a potential realignment. (apnews.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many seats is the Tisza party projected to win?
The Tisza party is projected to win 135 out of 199 seats in Hungary's parliament.
Which party is currently headed by Prime Minister Viktor Orban?
Prime Minister Viktor Orban leads the Fidesz party.
Did the Mi Hazank party meet the threshold to enter parliament?
No, the Mi Hazank (Our Homeland) party did not pass the 5% threshold to enter parliament.

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