Hungarian President Katalin Novak Resigns After Pardoning Man Convicted in Child Sexual Abuse Case

Published: 10 February 2024 at 14:50

Hungarian President Katalin Novak has resigned after pardoning a man convicted as an accomplice for helping cover up a sex abuse case in a children\'s home. The pardon caused public outrage, leading to protests and demands for Novak\'s resignation. Novak, a conservative and ally of Prime Minister Viktor Orban, announced her resignation in a televised message on Saturday. This decision marks a rare piece of political turmoil for Hungary\'s nationalist governing party Fidesz, which has been accused of dismantling democratic institutions.

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