Hungary Pride to go ahead, defying Orban threat of 'legal consequences'
Published: 6/28/2025

Hungary Pride defies Orban threat as organizers plan record attendance amid legal repercussions. Orban warns attendees of Hungary civil rights march could face legal consequences under new "child protection" law. Despite pressure, Budapest Pride to proceed Saturday, with policing and possible fines in place for participants. EU officials, activists, and politicians rally behind LGBTQ rights in Hungary, urging Orban to support civil liberties.