Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban is shifting the Budapest Pride event indoors this year, citing child protection reasons. The decision reflects a broader trend of restrictions on LGBTQ+ activities in Hungary, especially as the government faces challenges ahead of elections in 2026. Critics argue that this aligns with Orban's nationalist agenda and does not reflect the reality of Pride as a family-friendly event. The government maintains that the changes aim to protect children, despite significant backlash from rights groups and ongoing legal challenges from the EU regarding LGBTQ+ laws in Hungary.
Hungary's government has decided to move Budapest Pride to a closed venue this year, citing child protection, amidst ongoing tensions about LGBTQ+ rights in the country.
Prime Minister Viktor Orban, preparing for upcoming elections, is reinforcing efforts to restrict LGBTQ+ activities, positioning it as part of a broader child protection narrative.
Orban's chief of staff stated that Pride should not be held as it traditionally has been, indicating a shift in approach toward LGBTQ+ events in Hungary.
Community members argue that the Pride event is family-friendly and poses no threat to children, highlighting a disconnect between government rhetoric and community sentiment.
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