Tens of thousands participated in the Bucharest Pride march on Saturday, commencing in Victory Square and proceeding along Victory Avenue towards United Nations Boulevard. The LGBTQ+ event took place hours after a separate counter-protest, dubbed the “March of Normality,” which drew several hundred participants. Diana Șoșoacă, a Member of the European Parliament, led the counter-protest. Both events unfolded in the Romanian capital, highlighting differing viewpoints on LGBTQ+ rights and societal norms. Organizers estimate participation in the Pride march to be in the tens of thousands, demonstrating significant public support. The counter-protest aimed to voice opposition to the Pride march’s message and objectives. Authorities maintained a presence to ensure public order during both demonstrations.