Hundreds of people gathered on Thursday evening at Liberty Square in Budapest, in front of the US Embassy, to light candles and pay their respects to American influencer Charlie Kirk.
Balázs Orbán, the Prime Minister’s political director, also reported on the commemoration on his social media page.
“Hundreds lit candles tonight in Budapest’s Liberty Square, outside the US Embassy, to honor Charlie Kirk — a husband, father, and conservative voice, silenced by brutality”
Hungary stands with those who defend freedom, faith, and family against violence and political intimidation,”
Balázs Orbán wrote.
Hundreds lit candles tonight in Budapest’s Liberty Square, outside @usembbudapest, to honor Charlie Kirk — husband, father, and conservative voice, silenced by brutality. Hungary stands with those who defend freedom, faith & family against violence & political intimidation. pic.twitter.com/PPFxELQXsm
— Balázs Orbán (@BalazsOrban_HU) September 18, 2025
The commemoration was peaceful, with participants paying their respects with candles and flowers.
Charlie Kirk was shot on September 10 at an outdoor event at Utah Valley University, where approximately 3,000 people were listening to his speech. According to authorities, the shot was fired from the roof of a nearby building, and the bullet struck the conservative activist in the neck. The weapon was later found in a wooded area, with mocking inscriptions on the bullet casings.
Police suspect 22-year-old Tyler James Robinson of the murder, who is being tried on several charges, including aggravated murder and obstruction of justice, cbsnews.com reported.
Via Mandiner, cbsnews.com; Featured photo: X/Orbán Balázs
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