Hungary: Magyar's 'Operation Purgatory' tackles Orban system

Jun 28, 2026, 09:25 AM en source ↗
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Hungary's new government is moving quickly to dismantle the system built by former Prime Minister Viktor Orban under what DW calls 'Operation Purgatory'. The effort focuses on fighting corruption, reforming the media and protecting democracy.

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The new Hungarian government is moving swiftly to dismantle the system of former Prime Minister Viktor Orban. The focus: fighting corruption, reforming the media and protecting democracy.

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