Twenty EU nations have united to denounce Hungary's legislation prohibiting LGBTQ+ Pride marches, enacted by Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. The law permits hefty fines for participants and enables facial recognition surveillance by police. In a collective statement, these countries expressed alarm over Hungary's recent amendments that threaten LGBTIQ+ rights, urging the nation to respect human rights as mandated internationally. Demonstrations, like 'Gray Pride', have emerged in response, facing claims that the government's motives are merely distractions from more significant national concerns. Legal experts criticize the ban as degrading to the trans and intersex communities, emphasizing its infringement on freedom of assembly and expression.
In a joint statement, the EU governments expressed deep concern over recent legislative amendments in Hungary infringing on LGBTIQ+ rights, urging the nation to uphold human dignity and equality.
The Hungarian government's ban on LGBTQ+ Pride marches is said to serve as a distraction from pressing national issues, rather than fulfilling claims of child protection.
Lawyers and advocates argue that the ban humiliates the trans and intersex community and reminded that both domestic and international obligations must ensure freedom of expression and assembly.
Hungary's constitutional changes recognizing only two sexes reflect a broader agenda that runs contrary to the fundamental rights and freedoms promised under EU values.
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