Benelux Condemns Hungary's Anti-Pride Law, More EU Countries Join
4
World
April 17, 2025 15:21
brussels - Netherlands and Benelux strongly criticize Hungary's anti-LGBTQ+ law, sparking EU unity. European values at stake as more countries express concern over the Pride ban.
Benelux Stands Against Hungary's Anti-Pride Law
Netherlands and Benelux denounce Hungary's anti-LGBTQ+ law, warning of European values being compromised.
Joint Statement and EU Support
- Benelux leads the joint statement condemning the law.
- Thirteen EU countries including Austria, Germany, and Spain join the condemnation.
Repression and Concerns
- Hungary's law bans Pride events and allows facial recognition technology against participants.
- Critics see it as part of Viktor Orbán's repression trend.
EU Response and Legal Actions
- European Commission considers legal actions for Charter violations and AI laws breaches.
- Potential daily fines of one million euros loom over Hungary.
Orbán's Defiance and EU Stand
- Orbán's policies strain EU unity amidst conflicts with Ukraine and Russia.
- The Pride ban condemnation could mark a turning point for EU unity.