" The proposed measures are modeled on Vladimir Putin's efforts to erase LGBTQ+ identity in Russia. The law will provide a legal basis for Georgian authorities to outlaw Pride events, the rainbow flag, and public displays of affection. It restates an existing ban on same-sex marriage and outlaws gender-affirming surgery in the country. This legislation represents a significant step backward for the LGBTQ+ rights movement in the region."
"This tragedy stands as a stark reminder of the discrimination and violence faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in countries where such laws are enacted. Activists have voiced their fears that this killing marks the beginning of a more dangerous atmosphere for queer people, particularly as governmental endorsement of anti-LGBTQ+ policies increases."
"Kesaria Abramidze, who made history as the first public transgender figure in Georgia, represented the LGBTQ+ community with pride at the Miss Trans Star International pageant. Her brutal murder underscores the horrific realities that many members of the community face, particularly in the wake of such repressive legislation."
"Georgia's President Salome Zurabishvili condemned the horrific murder and emphasized that the tragedy must awaken the consciousness of society to the urgent need for legal protections for LGBTQ+ individuals. Her stance highlights the tension between public sentiment and governmental policies that foster an environment of fear."
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