The Ministry of Justice consulted with women's rights organizations about restraining orders and the elimination of violence against women

The Ministry of Justice held discussions with women's rights organizations regarding the elimination of violence against women and the regulation of restraining orders. The meeting addressed necessary legal changes to enhance women's safety and hold perpetrators accountable. Despite previous attempts by these organizations to engage with the government, their proposals often received little response, and contrary legal solutions were adopted. The effectiveness of restraining orders was a key topic, aiming to provide better protection against abuse. While the ministry did not clarify its stance on ratifying the Istanbul Convention, it indicated ongoing legislative work aligned with its principles. A coalition of thirteen Hungarian women's publications recently advocated for the ratification of the convention, which Hungary signed in 2014 but has yet to implement. Former Justice Minister Varga Judit dismissed the convention as political hysteria, claiming women's conditions in Hungary…