Orbán Era Ends as EU Rushes to Reshape Ties with Hungary

Senior EU officials have arrived in Budapest for urgent talks with Hungary's government. The meetings aim to reset the bloc's strained relationship with the country. This comes just weeks before a new, opposition-led government takes power. The talks are seen as high-stakes for both sides. Outgoing Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has conceded a "political era has ended." He made the statement in his first interview since his party's election loss. Orbán described the vote as an "emotional rollercoaster." The opposition Tisza party won a landslide victory, ending his 16-year rule. The EU has signaled that the "clock is ticking" to resolve key issues. Orbán suggested he will remain as leader of his Fidesz party despite leaving government.