The latest annual report from ILGA-Europe raises significant alarm about the extensive use of tools aimed at repressing dissent, with impacts that extend beyond just the LGTBI community. The prosecution of Budapest's mayor, Gergely Karácsony, for organizing last year's Pride march in defiance of a ban by the ultra-nationalist government under Viktor Orbán, showcases a growing trend across Europe and beyond, where attacks on LGTBI communities and their allies are increasingly viewed as part of a systematic effort to undermine individual freedoms and dissent.

The situation has reportedly worsened since 2025, as LGBTQ+ individuals have become a testing ground for laws that threaten democratic principles and erode basic liberties. The report emphasizes that such attacks are not isolated incidents but represent a coordinated strategy against freedoms, which puts at risk not only LGTBI individuals but also broader civil liberties across various societies. As these trends continue to develop, there is a pressing need for increased awareness and advocacy to address the challenges faced by these communities.

ILGA-Europe's findings not only shed light on the current state of LGTBI rights but also highlight the urgency for protective measures against such growing hostility. The report’s unveiling in Brussels serves as a critical reminder of the need for collaboration and resolution among European nations in safeguarding the rights of all citizens, especially those from marginalized communities, against systematic oppression and violence.