Protests and Lies in Hungary

Posted by Amanda Kendle Sep 19, 2006

Yesterday we brought up the topic of Hungary talking about the new trend in dental tourism, but now Budapest has hit the headlines for less positive reasons. Hungary's prime minister, Ferenc Gyurcsany, is the focus of protests calling for his resignation after a tape was leaked - the recording include Gyurcsany admitting to having told lies to the public, and saying that his government had achieved nothing.

Protesters called for his resignation this week, and demonstrations in Budapest were peaceful until a breakaway group attacked the TV headquarters, throwing stones and bottles and setting cars alight.

If you're traveling in Budapest this week, take care to avoid large gatherings like these - better to watch it on the news than to risk getting caught up in the heat of the moment.