ECJ: Hungary’s anti-LGBTQI law violates EU fundamental values

Hungary has come under criticism for its measures targeting the LGBTQI community. The European Court of Justice has now ruled that the law violates fundamental rights and has declared it unlawful.

Almut Siefert
22. April 2026
News Bilder des Tages Protest Against Amendment Banning Pride In Budapest, Hungary Protesters rally on the Elisabeth Bridge, blocking it, and later march to the Office of the Hungarian President, in Budapest, Hungary, on April 15. The protests erupt after the parliament passes legislation restricting the right to assembly, banning Pride Marches. Budapest Hungary Copyright: xBalintxSzentgallayx originalFilename: szentgallay-protesto250415_npEVr.jpg
Pride Parade Despite Legal Restrictions: In the summer of 2025, people in Budapest demonstrated in support of diversity and against the controversial law. (IMAGO / NurPhoto)

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Last updated: 22. April 2026