Budapest sees record Pride turnout despite government ban and threats to participants

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NataschaTata on June 28th, 2025 at 16:27 UTC »

The government issued stern warnings: organizing or attending could lead to legal consequences, including fines and possible criminal charges.

Facial recognition was deployed to identify participants.

Additionally, far-right groups received permits to hold counter-demonstrations at the same time.

Driezzz on June 28th, 2025 at 16:30 UTC »

Today, Orbán learned the meaning of the Streisand effect 😂

ppppie_ on June 28th, 2025 at 16:39 UTC »

when you threaten people and accidentally host the biggest pride parade in your country’s history