Around 100,000 march in Budapest Pride event in defiance of Hungary's ban
Briefly

Around 100,000 march in Budapest Pride event in defiance of Hungary's ban
"Around 100,000 people participated in Hungary's largest LGBTQ+ Pride event, defying government bans, showcasing resistance against Prime Minister Orban's anti-LGBTQ+ legislation and policies."
"The march represented not only a celebration of LGBTQ+ rights but also a broader response against the Orban government's increasing authoritarianism and crackdown on democracy."
Around 100,000 people participated in the largest LGBTQ+ Pride event in Hungary's history, openly defying a government ban amid increasing authoritarianism. The march, now in its 30th year, started at Budapest City Hall, showcasing pride and resistance to Prime Minister Orban's anti-LGBTQ+ legislation. The events took place despite prior warnings of fines and police intervention, illustrating the determination of participants. Many viewed this celebration as a critical stance not just for LGBTQ+ rights but also as a response to the government’s crackdown on democracy and civil liberties.
Read at www.npr.org
Unable to calculate read time
[
|
]