Protest against Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's Government
Around 15,000 protesters gathered in Budapest to resist the government of Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, criticizing anti-democratic conduct, corruption, and authoritarian tactics. The government pushed through laws banning public LGBTQ+ events and allowing for facial recognition technology. Recent draft bills threaten independent journalism and civic engagement, drawing backlash from news outlets and the EU.
Key Points
- Around 15,000 protesters gathered in Budapest against Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's government
- Criticism of anti-democratic conduct, corruption, and authoritarian tactics
- Backlash against laws restricting LGBTQ+ events and threatening independent media
- EU and news outlets denounce draft bills as breaching EU laws and fundamental values
Pros
- Protest against anti-democratic conduct
- Resistance against corruption benefiting government ties
- Defending freedom of expression and independent journalism
Cons
- Government pushing through laws banning public LGBTQ+ events
- Authoritarian tactics and consolidation of power
- Threat to Hungary's national sovereignty and civic engagement