Despite his party’s loss in April’s Hungarian elections, Viktor Orban has been re-elected as the leader of Fidesz. Orban ran without opposition for the leadership position within the party. He acknowledged full responsibility for the electoral defeat, a significant setback for his long-held power. The loss ended his years-long dominance of Hungarian politics, though he remains a key figure within Fidesz. The party suffered defeat against a united opposition coalition. This re-election as party leader suggests Orban intends to remain influential in shaping Fidesz’s future direction, despite no longer being Prime Minister. His acknowledgement of responsibility is notable given his previous staunch defense of his policies.