Hungarian President Tamás Sulyok signed legislation today imposing an eight-year limit on prime ministerial terms. This new law effectively restricts the potential for Viktor Orbán, the former prime minister, to regain office in the future. While the law doesn’t directly name Orbán, its timing and stipulations are widely interpreted as a move to prevent his return to power. The legislation introduces a cap on consecutive terms, altering the political landscape. Supporters claim the measure promotes democratic renewal, while critics suggest it’s a complex political maneuver. The law’s implementation and long-term effects on Hungarian politics remain to be seen, but it marks a significant shift in the country’s governance. This development follows years of Orbán’s dominance in Hungarian politics.