Pride flags recently displayed on Budapest’s Elizabeth Bridge have disappeared, prompting authorities to suspect intentional removal and vandalism. City officials have not yet confirmed the exact circumstances surrounding the flags’ disappearance but are treating the incident as a deliberate act. The Elizabeth Bridge is a prominent landmark in the Hungarian capital and a symbolic location for displays of solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community. The flags were erected as part of preparations for the upcoming Budapest Pride events. Authorities have stated that replacement flags will be installed within the next few days. The incident occurs amidst a political climate where LGBTQ+ rights are a contentious issue in Hungary. Police are investigating the matter.