Becali's Holy Water Protest Follows Record-Breaking Bucharest Pride

Bucharest witnessed a clash of beliefs this weekend. Following the record-breaking Bucharest Pride parade, MP Gigi Becali led a counter-protest, sprinkling holy water on Calea Victoriei. "We're cleansing the path of evil spirits," Becali stated to reporters, referencing the Pride march. Approximately 200 people joined Becali, a stark contrast to the 30,000 participants in the Pride event. The incident highlights the ongoing tensions surrounding LGBTQ+ rights and religious views in Romania. One participant commented, "We're exercising our right to express our faith." This event underscores the need for ongoing dialogue and understanding between different groups in Romanian society.