"Disgusting"... Czech President Sparks Controversy with Anti-LGBTQ Remarks

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[Asia Economy Reporter Yujin Cho] Czech President Milo? Zeman has sparked controversy by publicly calling transgender people "disgusting."

President Zeman made the remarks on the 27th (local time) during an interview with CNN Prima News while discussing a new bill causing controversy in Hungary.

Recently, Hungary passed a law banning educational materials or programs aimed at children that promote homosexuality or transgender issues, drawing criticism from European Union (EU) member states and human rights organizations.

Ursula von der Leyen, head of the EU executive branch, pointed out that the law is "clearly discriminatory and violates the fundamental values of the EU."

However, President Zeman criticized interference in the domestic affairs of EU member states as a serious political mistake, saying, "There is no reason not to agree with Viktor Orb?n, the Prime Minister of Hungary."

He added, "I can understand gays and lesbians," but "I cannot understand transgender people at all. They are essentially disgusting."

CNN reported that President Zeman's remarks came as major cities around the world hold pride marches and festivals supporting the LGBTQ+ community.

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