Hundreds of Thousands Take Part in The Banned Pride March - Budapest

Hundreds of Thousands Take Part in The Banned Pride March - Budapest

Budapest Mayor Gergely Karacsony joins the march alongside supporters and a costumed participant during Budapest Pride in Hungary on June 28, 2025. The 30th edition of Budapest Pride took gathering over 200,000 participants in the Hungarian capital despite threats of fines and intimidation by the government of Viktor Orban. The event, which authorities did not officially permit, saw a significant police presence and a last-minute route change due to far-right counter-protests. Photo by Bob Reijnders/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Hungary: Budapest Pride Draws Large Crowd Despite Ban

The 30th Budapest Pride Parade drew a large crowd on Saturday, June 28, despite being banned by Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's government. Far-right groups protested, but police ensured a peaceful march. Delegates from nearly 30 countries attended in support.

Europe shivers in energy crisis: Year in review

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