Hungary’s parliament has passed an amendment to the constitution allowing the government to ban LGBTQ public events, leading to criticism of authoritarianism by legal scholars and critics. The amendment, proposed by Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s ruling coalition, was met with opposition and protests. It prioritizes children’s rights over LGBTQ rights and reinforces a law banning public LGBTQ events, such as the Budapest Pride. Authorities can use facial recognition to identify attendees, with fines for those caught. Opposition lawmakers disrupted the vote but were unsuccessful. The amendment also reinforces binary gender definitions, denying recognition to transgender and intersex individuals. Critics argue these measures distract from larger issues facing the country. The amendment, the 15th since 2011, has received backlash for its implications on human rights and freedom of expression. Additionally, the amendment allows the suspension of citizenship for dual citizens posing a threat to national security. The government claims it is protecting national sovereignty from foreign interference. Orbán’s government has intensified its crackdown on critics, including media outlets and civil rights groups, accusing them of undermining Hungary’s sovereignty with international funding. Overall, the amendment and related laws have sparked concerns about human rights violations and the erosion of democratic principles in Hungary.
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