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Thursday, October 17, 2024

Protests Erupt After Controversial Extradition to Hungary

Published: 2024-07-06

A 23-year-old non-binary person known as 'Maja' has been extradited from Germany to Hungary, sparking protests across German cities.

The extradition occurred despite a last-minute ruling by Germany's Federal Constitutional Court to halt the process.

Hungarian authorities accuse Maja of being part of a criminal organization targeting right-wing extremists.

The Berlin prosecutor's office defended the early-morning extradition, citing potential disruption attempts.

Hundreds of left-wing demonstrators marched in Hamburg, Berlin, Leipzig, and Jena, demanding Maja's freedom.

The case has raised concerns about LGBTQ+ rights and judicial processes in Hungary.