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Hungary announced plans to amend its controversial anti-LGBTQ law, removing provisions banning the 'promotion' of homosexuality, in an effort to bring the legislation into compliance with European Union standards. The law had previously drawn criticism and legal action from the EU over its restrictions on LGBTQ content and education. The proposed changes come amid ongoing friction between Budapest and Brussels over rule-of-law and rights issues, as Hungary seeks to ease tensions with EU institutions while maintaining its broader conservative social policy agenda.