Story perspectives

Mass Protests Erupt in Budapest Over Child Abuse Scandals

12/14/2025

Summary

Story summary

Thousands protested in Budapest on December 13, 2025, demanding Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's resignation amid ongoing child abuse scandals.
The protests followed disturbing footage of abuse at the Szolo Street juvenile detention center.
Péter Magyar, the opposition leader, revealed a 2021 report showing over 20% of children in state care were abused.
The unrest signals rising anger before the April 2026 elections, with calls for stronger protections for vulnerable children.

1 of 1

Story summary

Thousands protested in Budapest on December 13, 2025, demanding Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's resignation amid ongoing child abuse scandals.
The protests followed disturbing footage of abuse at the Szolo Street juvenile detention center.
Péter Magyar, the opposition leader, revealed a 2021 report showing over 20% of children in state care were abused.
The unrest signals rising anger before the April 2026 elections, with calls for stronger protections for vulnerable children.