1/25/26, 10:36 AM
In July 2024, Viktor Orbán's audacious gamble paid off. The newly formed Patriots for Europe group vaulted to become the third-largest force in the European Parliament, overtaking both the Liberals and the Conservatives. This wasn't just a reshuffling of seats; it was a strategic realignment of the European right, demonstrating that medium-sized states can reshape the political landscape when traditional alliance structures fail to serve their interests. But can this disruptive coalition model deliver tangible results, or is it destined to remain a protest movement on the margins?
