Tens of thousands march in Hungary's first Pride after Orban's departure

Tens of thousands of people gathered in Hungary on Saturday, June 27, for the annual Pride march, braving high temperatures. The event was notably the first since the departure of former leader Viktor Orban, whose government had implemented a series of policies widely perceived as anti-LGBT+. Participants expressed a sense of renewed freedom to assemble and express themselves publicly. This year's demonstration follows a significant gathering in 2025, where, despite an official prohibition, more than 200,000 individuals reportedly took part. The recent march underscored a shift in the country's political landscape regarding LGBT+ rights. Sources: Le Monde