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DARK SECRETS: Pride march ban in hungary triggers protests eu condemnation | Vintage Vibes

People block the traffic on Margit Bridge as they protest in Budapest on 18 March, 2025 against moves to ban the annual Pride march. AFP - ATTILA KISBENEDEK

Hungary has enacted a law banning Pride marches across the country, sparking protests in the capital and drawing criticism from rights organisations concerned about restrictions on freedom of assembly.

President Tamas Sulyok signed the legislation on Tuesday after parliament fast-tracked its passage, approving the measure in a 136-27 vote just one day after it was proposed by Prime Minister Viktor Orban's right-wing Fidesz party.

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