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politics1 year ago

"Orban's Vow: Overhauling Laws in Wake of Hungary's Child Abuse Scandal"

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has promised new laws in response to a child sexual abuse scandal that led to mass protests and several resignations, including that of President Katalin Novak. The scandal, involving the granting of clemency to a former official convicted of covering up sexual crimes at a state-run children's home, has become the biggest threat to Orban's conservative rule. Orban's government, known for its focus on family values, has been thrown on the defensive, and the prime minister's speech aimed to address the issue and improve child protection laws.

via BBC.com|
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politics1 year ago

Hungarian President Katalin Novak Resigns Amid Child Abuse Pardon Controversy

Hungarian President Katalin Novak has resigned following public outcry over her decision to pardon a man convicted of covering up a child sexual abuse case. The pardon, granted during a visit by Pope Francis, sparked protests and demands for her resignation. Novak, a key ally of Prime Minister Viktor Orban, apologized for the decision, which also led to the resignation of Judit Varga, the former minister of justice. The scandal has caused embarrassment for Orban's ruling Fidesz party, known for its emphasis on traditional family values, and the resignations of its two prominent female politicians are seen as a setback for the party.

via BBC.com|
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politics1 year ago

"Outrage Sparks Calls for Hungarian President's Resignation Over Pardon in Child Sexual Abuse Case"

Thousands of protesters in Hungary are demanding the resignation of President Katalin Novák after she pardoned a man convicted of covering up child sexual abuse. The scandal has sparked outrage and calls for her ouster, with opposition parties initiating an ethics proceeding against her in parliament. Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has submitted a proposal for a constitutional amendment to prohibit pardons for those convicted of crimes against children, while the president's office has not responded to requests for comment. Survivors of the abuse are seeking an explanation from Novák, expressing dismay over the pardon and emphasizing the need for accountability and understanding.

via The Associated Press|
#child-sexual-abuse#hungary#katalin-novak
politics1 year ago

"Hungary's President Faces Mounting Pressure to Resign Over Child Sexual Abuse Pardon"

Hungary's president, Katalin Novák, is facing calls to resign after issuing a controversial pardon to a man convicted of covering up child sexual abuse in a state-run children's home. The decision has sparked outrage and led to a political scandal, with opposition parties calling for her ouster and initiating an ethics proceeding against her in parliament. Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has submitted a proposal for a constitutional amendment to prohibit pardons for those convicted of crimes against children, while survivors of the abuse are demanding an explanation from Novák, who has rejected calls to provide a formal justification for her decision.

via ABC News|
#child-sexual-abuse#hungary#katalin-novak