Tag: Russia
IOC Abandons LGBT Russians, Olympic Athletes Ahead of Sochi Games
Today the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the governing body of the Olympic Games, announced it was “fully satisfied” that Russia’s heinous anti-gay propaganda law does not violate the anti-discrimination guarantees of the Olympic charter.
Anti-Gay Groups Call on Authorities to Ban Elton John Concert
Union of Orthodox Brotherhoods coordinator Yuri Ageshchev has called on authorities to ban the upcoming Elton John concert in support of Russian gays.
Out gay speed skater Blake Skjellerup Olympic dream needs your support
Speed skater Blake Skjellerup aims to be the first out gay male to ever compete in the Winter Olympics, and to do it in Russia. Your support can get him there!
Russian Official Accuses EU of Hypocrisy Over LGBT Rights
The EU should tend to its own problems regarding gay rights before criticizing other countries, Russia’s human rights envoy said Thursday, after reviewing an NGO report on homophobic violence in Europe.
Cher: turning down Olympic gig was a “no-brainer”
Singer Cher said it was a “no-brainer” to turn down a chance to perform at next year’s Winter Olympics in Russia because of the country’s laws prohibiting gay propaganda.
FIFA ignores Russian Homophobia and signs Putin deal
Russia’s gas company Gazprom has become an official partner of competitions organised and held by FIFA (International Federation of Association Football).