Tag: Russia
What Happens When Two Men Hold Hands In Moscow?
Popular Russian YouTube channel Cheburussia decided to show the world what a courageous gay couple walking the streets of Moscow might experience.
U.S State Department Report Documents LGBT Human Rights Violations
Today HRC lauded the 2014 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices for once again including information about the rights of LGBT people worldwide.
Kyrgyzstan Passes Draft Anti-LGBT “Propaganda” Bill That’s Worse Than Russia’s Law
Today HRC condemned the vote by the Kyrgyzstan National Assembly to pass new and discriminatory anti-LGBT legislation during its second reading.
Latvia: Speak up to guarantee safety of EuroPride rally
The Latvian government should break its silence and give a firm commitment to do all within its power to ensure the safety and protection of those participating in this year’s EuroPride in Riga, said Amnesty International today.
Swedish peace organisation launches a subsurface defence system
In the search for foreign submarines, the Swedish military just had their biggest mobilisation for decades. But, they found nothing. Voices are heard for more resources.
U2 Songs of Innocence album cover under fire in Russia for promoting homosexuality
U2’s Songs of Innocence album cover, which depicts Larry Mullen embracing his son, has come under fire in Russia for promoting homosexuality.