Hungarian prosecutors drop charges against Budapest mayor for organising Pride march

Prosecutors in Hungary have decided to drop charges against Budapest's progressive Mayor Gergely Karacsony for organizing an LGBTQ+ rights march in 2025, marking a significant victory for advocates of LGBTQ+ rights in the country. This decision comes amid growing tensions between the national government and local leaders who support LGBTQ+ initiatives, highlighting the broader struggle between national conservative policies and local progressive stances. The move is seen as a positive step for freedom of expression and LGBTQ+ rights in Hungary, reflecting a potential shift in the country's legal stance towards these issues.