Hungary’s opposition Tisza party, led by Péter Magyar, won a decisive parliamentary election, ending the long rule of Prime Minister Viktor Orbán after 16 years in power.

The result gave Tisza a strong parliamentary majority, potentially a super-majority capable of reversing constitutional changes and restoring access to EU funds.

Orbán conceded defeat, acknowledging a “painful but unambiguous” result and moving into opposition after years of governing through his Fidesz party.

The outcome is expected to significantly reset Hungary’s relationship with the European Union and reverse many of Orbán’s illiberal policies, including media and judicial reforms, The Guardian has reported.

European leaders broadly welcomed the shift, calling it a major moment for democracy and regional politics.