BUDAPEST - With around 30 % votes counted in Hungary's parliamentary elections, a significant victory is looming for the opposition Tisza movement, which according to the interim results is winning 66.33 % votes. Such a result would mean a gain of up to 132 seats in the 199-member parliament and thus a constitutional majority. Meanwhile, the ruling Fidesz party, led by Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, is polling 29.65 %.

If the trend is confirmed after all the votes are counted, it would mark a major political turning point in a country where Orbán and his party have dominated the political scene for more than a decade. A constitutional majority would allow the Tisza movement to push for deep systemic changes without having to seek support from the opposition.

However, analysts point out that these are still incomplete results and the final balance of power may still change. In particular, votes from big cities and abroad will be key and may adjust the overall score.

The elections are seen as a referendum on Hungary's current direction, including its relations with the European Union and its domestic political course. The turnout and the final outcome will therefore be closely monitored not only at home but also abroad.

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