A German activist has been sentenced to eight years in a Hungarian prison for assaulting right-wing extremists and for being a member of an extreme left-wing group. The 25-year-old, identified only as Maja T., was found guilty of involvement in violent assaults by the group Antifa Ost in the lead-up to an annual commemoration of Nazi soldiers in Budapest. Supporters have raised concerns over whether Maja T., who identifies as non-binary, could receive a fair trial in Hungarian courts due to the country’s legal recognition of only two genders and its ban on Pride marches. The German court previously warned about the potential for discriminatory treatment in Hungary. Despite the ruling from Germany’s Constitutional Court, Maja T. was delivered to Hungarian authorities in 2024. The activist did not comment during the trial, and the verdict is subject to appeal. Her case is a reminder of the ongoing tensions surrounding civil rights and political expression in Europe, particularly relating to far-right extremism.
Activist Jailed in Hungary for Nazi Rally Attacks
Activist Jailed in Hungary for Nazi Rally Attacks
A 25-year-old German activist, Maja T., has received an eight-year prison sentence in Hungary for violence against right-wing extremists during protests. The case raises questions about fair trials in the country.
Maja T., a German left-wing activist associated with the group Antifa Ost, has been sentenced to eight years in a Hungarian prison after being found guilty of attacking right-wing extremists during a Nazi commemoration in Budapest. Supporters worry about her treatment in a system that legally recognizes only two genders, highlighting concerns about human rights in Hungary. The activist's case has drawn international attention, fueling debates about political motivations behind her sentence.
