Gergely Karácsony
Hungarian politician, mayor of Budapest since 2019
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- Jun 27
Tens of thousands march in Budapest Pride, first since Orban's defeat, as heatwave grips Hungary
Budapest hosted its first Gay Pride parade since Viktor Orban's electoral defeat in April, with tens of thousands braving a 38°C heatwave to celebrate what participants called a new era of freedom for LGBTQ+ people.
- May 29
Hungarian police approve Budapest Pride for June 27, reversing last year's ban under Orbán
Hungarian police said Friday there were 'no grounds' to ban next month's Budapest Pride parade, a sharp reversal from 2025 when the event was officially barred under former prime minister Viktor Orbán.
