Civil organizations in Pécs are urging the European Commission to intervene against the ban on the Pride march scheduled for October 4. They warn that the ban violates freedom of assembly and speech, and may contravene EU laws. The police ban has been upheld by the Curia, making participation legally questionable. The organizations highlight the strict regulations imposed by recent Hungarian laws on Pride events, including potential fines and real-time facial recognition technology for identifying participants. They argue this violates EU regulations on artificial intelligence. The letter also points out the symbolic nature of the ban, which includes prohibiting the use of the pink triangle, a symbol of remembrance for persecuted LGBTQ+ individuals during WWII. The organizations fear this case could set a precedent for similar actions in other EU member states. They urge the European Commission to initiate expedited infringement proceedings against Hungary, especially amid negotiations over EU funding, as this issue could significantly impact the future of Pride events in Hungary and the EU's commitment to protecting fundamental rights. Teljes cikk (Portfolio.hu)