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Originally Published 6 months ago — by Reuters
Tens of thousands of LGBTQ+ supporters are expected to march in Budapest despite a police ban rooted in Hungary's recent law allowing such bans, highlighting ongoing tensions between civil rights and government policies under Prime Minister Viktor Orban, with international support and political implications.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Euronews.com
Several European countries have issued travel warnings and cautions for their citizens planning to attend the Budapest Pride march, which the Hungarian government has banned citing child protection concerns. Despite the ban, organizers expect large attendance, and warnings include potential fines, facial recognition monitoring, and safety risks due to counter-demonstrations and police actions. European officials, including Ursula von der Leyen, have called for the ban to be lifted, highlighting ongoing tensions over LGBT rights in Hungary.