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Orban Bans Pride March, Sparks Protests and EU Fury

4/24/2025

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Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban has taken a controversial step by amending the constitution to prohibit the annual Pride march, claiming it's for child protection. This decision, backed by his party Fidesz, has ignited widespread protests and drawn sharp criticism from the EU. Activists warn that this move reflects a troubling surge in anti-LGBTQ sentiment, fueled by global political trends.

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Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban has taken a controversial step by amending the constitution to prohibit the annual Pride march, claiming it's for child protection. This decision, backed by his party Fidesz, has ignited widespread protests and drawn sharp criticism from the EU. Activists warn that this move reflects a troubling surge in anti-LGBTQ sentiment, fueled by global political trends.