2 celebrities among 12 people arrested in anti-gay sweep in Senegal - LGBTQ Nation
Twelve men, including celebrities Pape Cheikh Diallo and Djiby Dramé, were arrested in Dakar on charges including homosexual acts, money laundering and knowingly spreading HIV.
Burkina Faso issues first sentence for 'homosexuality and related practices'
Burkina Faso convicted an individual under its 2025 law criminalizing same-sex relations, sentencing them to 24 months' imprisonment, a large fine, and post-sentence expulsion.
Egypt and Iran tell FIFA to cancel World Cup Pride Match, calling it 'contrary' to values
Iran and Egypt, where same-sex relations are criminalized, asked FIFA to cancel the World Cup Pride Match, calling it culturally and religiously contrary to their values.