Developments

• Viktor Orbán lost his position as Prime Minister in the April 2026 Hungarian parliamentary elections, ending a 16-year tenure in power. • The election saw significant international involvement, with US President Donald Trump endorsing Orbán and Vice President JD Vance visiting Hungary to criticize EU interference. • Opposing parties, including Magyar and Tisza, campaigned on platforms to combat corruption and "state-capture" orchestrated by Orbán and the Fidesz party.

• The National Academies of Sciences hosts Space Science Week 2026 from March 23-27, gathering leaders in planetary protection, astrophysics, Earth science, and space applications. • Annual event explores cutting-edge developments and future directions across space science disciplines. • Occurring in the U.S., it highlights ongoing advancements relevant to national space priorities and research funding.