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15,000 Protest Against Orbán's Corruption Ahead of Elections

6/11/2025

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In Budapest, a powerful wave of around 15,000 protesters rallied against Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's government, denouncing its corruption and anti-democratic measures. With urgent voices raised against a proposed bill that jeopardizes critical media and NGOs, the crowd's fervor signals a rising tide of dissent as the 2026 elections loom closer.

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In Budapest, a powerful wave of around 15,000 protesters rallied against Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's government, denouncing its corruption and anti-democratic measures. With urgent voices raised against a proposed bill that jeopardizes critical media and NGOs, the crowd's fervor signals a rising tide of dissent as the 2026 elections loom closer.