Hungarian Law Banning Pride Events and Facial Recognition Use

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Hungarian lawmakers passed a law banning Pride events and allowing the use of facial recognition to identify attendees, part of a crackdown on the LGBTQ community by Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's party. The law prohibits the depiction or promotion of homosexuality to minors under 18, with fines for attending such events. Opposition calls the law fascist and an attempt to silence critical voices.

Key Points

  • Law bans Pride events and facial recognition use.
  • Fines for attending events promoting homosexuality to minors.
  • Opposition views law as fascist and silencing critical voices.
  • Part of a series of measures by Orbán's government against LGBTQ community.

Pros

  • Supporters argue it protects children from 'sexual propaganda.'

Cons

  • Seen as discriminatory and repressive against sexual minorities.
  • Limits freedom of expression and peaceful assembly.