Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban has conceded defeat in the country's election, ending 16 years in power.
He has congratulated opposition leader Peter Magyar, whose party is on track to win a 2/3 majority in parliament.
Nearly half of the votes have been counted.
Hungary's election committee reported a record turnout.
Al Jazeera’s Step Vaessen has the latest from Budapest.
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Hungary election: PM Viktor Orban concedes defeat to opposition, ending 16 years in power
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