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www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Law

Ugandan Court Upholds Draconian Anti-Gay Law

Uganda's Constitutional Court upheld a controversial anti-gay law, which includes life imprisonment for gay sex and severe penalties for same-sex relations.
The international community has responded with funding suspensions and sanctions, while Uganda faces scrutiny from other African nations considering similar anti-gay legislation. [ more ]
www.dw.com
2 months ago
Europe news

Human rights in Russia: What follows Oleg Orlov's sentence? DW 02/29/2024

Oleg Orlov sentenced to prison for criticizing Russian military and Putin's regime
Despite facing persecution, Memorial organization members continue to fight for human rights [ more ]
www.france24.com
2 months ago
Europe news

Russian court jails veteran rights activist, Memorial co-chair Orlov

Oleg Orlov sentenced to two and a half years in jail for denouncing Russia's assault on Ukraine.
Orlov's dedication to human rights activism despite facing Kremlin repression. [ more ]
PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
2 months ago
NYC LGBT

Russian police raid alleged 'anti-war LGBTQ+ party', say state media

Russian security forces raided LGBTQ+ party meeting opposing Putin's invasion of Ukraine.
Putin's laws target LGBTQ+ community and suppress dissent and activism. [ more ]
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