Hungary Bans Pride Events Under New 'Child Protection' Law

The legislation, passed by the Hungarian Parliament, prohibits Pride events and imposes fines on organizers and participants, prompting protests and defiance from LGBTQ+ advocates.

The Hungarian Parliament passed a law banning Pride events with 136 votes in favor and 27 against, citing 'child protection' as the justification.
The law builds on the controversial 2021 'child protection' law, which restricts LGBTQ+ content for minors and bans advertising portraying LGBTQ+ individuals as part of normal life.
Organizers of Budapest Pride have announced plans to hold the event on June 28, 2025, despite the risk of fines up to 500 euros for participants and organizers.
Opposition politicians protested during the parliamentary vote with disruptive actions, including setting off smoke bombs and playing the Soviet anthem.
The legislation reflects Prime Minister Viktor Orban's broader campaign to curtail LGBTQ+ rights, drawing criticism from international human rights groups.