Tibor Kaprinyák faces scrutiny over luxury hunting photos

Tibor Kaprinyák, a Tisza Party member of parliament and vice-chairman of the Parliamentary Committee on Living Environment, is facing intense scrutiny following the release of photos showing him posing with trophies from luxury hunting safaris in Africa. The images depict Kaprinyák with various animals, including lions, antelopes, and buffaloes.

László Gajdos, the Minister responsible for the Living Environment, addressed the controversy after receiving thousands of inquiries. Gajdos stated that he condemns all violence against animals and noted that hunting is fundamentally opposed to his personal beliefs. He clarified that Kaprinyák holds no official position within the ministry and that his appointment to the parliamentary committee was a decision made by the Tisza Party faction, not the ministry.

The Momentum Movement has criticized the situation, calling the practice of luxury hunting unethical and unacceptable, particularly for a politician serving on an environmental committee. Former politician Gábor Horn also remarked that such a hobby is politically unfortunate for someone in a leadership role regarding environmental issues.