News: EU Court Finds Hungary’s Anti-LGBTQ Policies Unlawful

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Hungary’s sweeping restrictions on LGBTQ content, including the controversial ban on Pride marches in 2025, have been ruled in breach of European Union law by the European Court of Justice (ECJ). The court found that Hungary’s measures violate core EU values such as freedom of expression, non-discrimination, and the right to peaceful assembly. The ruling addresses a series of policies that limited LGBTQ visibility in public life and effectively prevented Pride events from taking place.

The decision places pressure on the government of Viktor Orbán, whose administration has defended the measures as part of broader efforts to regulate public content and protect minors. Critics, however, have long argued that such policies disproportionately discriminate against the LGBTQ community and restrict basic freedoms.

Outgoing Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, who is awaiting the transfer of power to Peter Magyar, stood by his administration’s position on the matter.

“Our patriotic government protected Hungarian children from aggressive LGBTQ propaganda,” Orbán said in a statement on X. “Now the Brusselian empire strikes back. We will not give up the fight for the soul of Europe!”

Meanwhile, the ECJ ruled that Hungary’s actions violated Article 2 of the European Union Treaty, which outlines the bloc’s core values shared by all 27 member states.

Peter Magyar, the incoming Prime Minister and leader of the Tisza party, has pledged sweeping reforms after a major electoral victory. He vowed to revise the constitution as part of a broader effort to restore democratic standards.

Magyar has expressed support for basic freedoms while remaining measured in his position on LGBTQ-specific policies. He said:

“I have clearly stated several times already last year that everyone has the right to assemble in Hungary.

“We have clearly stated that, according to Tisza and the many millions of Hungarians who support Tisza, everyone can live with, and love, whomever they want, as long as they do not violate the laws and do not harm others.”