23 Feb 2020 | 04:03 PM UTC
Hungary: Thousands march to Parliament Feb. 23 to protest perceived anti-Roma stance
Thousands march to Hungarian Parliament in Budapest on February 23 to protest perceived anti-Roma stance of Orban administration as government refuses to compensate segregated Roma children; similar protests possible over the near term
Event
Thousands marched to the Hungarian Parliament in Budapest on Sunday, February 23, to protest the perceived anti-Roma stance of President Viktor Orban as his government, against court orders, refuses to pay Roma children who were reportedly unlawfully segregated in a school in the village of Gyöngyöspata. Orban has suggested the children be provided training rather than monetary compensation.
Similar protests are possible in Budapest over the near term amid a heightened security presence. Transportation and business disruptions are to be expected around large demonstrations.
Advice
Individuals in Budapest are advised to monitor the situation, avoid all protests and demonstrations, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.
