Hungary is no longer a full democracy, says European parliament

MEPs back resolution stating country led by Viktor Orban has become hybrid regime of electoral autocracy'

Hungary can no longer be considered a full democracy, the European parliament has said in a powerful symbolic vote against Viktor Orban's government.

In a resolution backed by 81% of MEPs present to vote, the parliament stated that Hungary had become a hybrid regime of electoral autocracy", citing a breakdown in democracy, fundamental rights and the rule of law.