Budapest Mayor Seeks EU Intervention to Halt Law Threatening Civil Society

Budapest Mayor Karácsony Gergely travels to Brussels to discuss a controversial new law that threatens civil society and press freedom in Hungary. The law, which was recently submitted by the ruling Fidesz party, would severely restrict the operations of NGOs and media outlets deemed critical of the government. In a video posted on social media, Karácsony announced his intention to urge the European Commission to seek an immediate suspension of the law's implementation from the European Court of Justice should it be passed. "This is not just a Hungarian issue, but a matter of concern for the entire European Union," Karácsony stated in the video. He also highlighted the potential impact on democratic institutions and the rule of law in Hungary. The European Commission is expected to respond to Karácsony's request in the coming days. The outcome of this case will likely have significant implications for the future of civil society and press freedom in Hungary and other EU member states.