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EU begins legal action against Hungary over ‘LGBTQ+ propaganda’ law

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Brussels has launched legal action against Hungary over its ‘LGBTQ+ propaganda’ law which bans content that ‘promotes’ LGBTQ+ themes. “The European Commission today decided to refer Hungary to the Court of Justice of the EU over a Hungarian law which discriminates against people on the basis of their sexual orientation and gender identity,” the European Commission said in a statement on 15 July. “The Commission considers that the law violates the internal market rules, the fundamental rights of individuals (in particular LGBTIQ people) as well as – with regard to…

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Polish court orders four towns to scrap ‘LGBT-free’ zones

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Four municipalities have been ordered to scrap their so-called ‘LGBT-free’ zones by a top Polish appeals court. A legal challenge from the country’s Human Rights Ombudsman resulted in a ruling that nine must come to an end, though this was then appealed by Ordo luris, a right-wing think-tank, the public prosecutor’s office and the municipalities in question. However, on 28 June, the first four of these appeals were dismissed by the Supreme Administrative Court, meaning the towns of Istebna, Klwów, Osiek and Serniki will now have to abandon their ‘LGBT-free’…

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Same-sex couples can apply to adopt children in Croatia after historic court ruling

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A historic ruling from Croatia’s High Administrative Court means that same-sex couples will be entitled to apply to adopt children. “Taking into account the position of the European Court of Human Rights, the Court states that a different treatment of persons in similar situations, based exclusively on their sexual orientation, represents a form of discrimination,” the 26 May ruling stated, according to Telegram.hr. It brings an end to the six-year-long legal battle of Mladen Kožić and Ivo Šegota, a gay couple who have been fighting to make this possible after…

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Spanish government to launch free LGBTQ+ helpline for advice and support

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Spain’s Ministry of Equality is launching a “rainbow phone” line to provide advice for and prevent discrimination against LGBTQ+ people. It will incorporate legal assistance with general information on LGBTQ+ rights, as well as psychological support where possible. The department, which is led by Minister Irene Montero, is intending for the number to be 028 – though this is not yet confirmed, El Diario reported. The number is symbolic because International Pride Day typically takes place on 28 June each year. “It will be provided in collaboration with the autonomous…

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Hungary’s anti-LGBTQ+ referendum fails to become binding as Viktor Orbán wins election

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Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s national referendum on LGBTQ+ rights failed to get enough votes to become binding. Citizens were asked to vote on four questions related to the community on 3 April, including whether or not sexual orientation should be taught to minors without parental consent. However, its results are deemed non-binding because less than half of eligible voters cast valid ballots on all four questions – meaning either ‘yes’ or ‘no’ had to receive at least 50% of potential votes. Despite this, more than 90% of voters supported…

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“It’s impossible to leave”: LGBTQ+ activists in Ukraine fear “darkest times for queer people” after Russia’s invasion

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The post “It’s impossible to leave”: LGBTQ+ activists in Ukraine fear “darkest times for queer people” after Russia’s invasion appeared first on GAY TIMES. Go to Source Author: Conor Clark

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Eurovision winner Jamala forced to flee Ukraine after Russian invasion

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Jamala, the singer who won the 2016 Eurovision Song Contest for Ukraine, has been forced to flee her country because of Russia’s invasion. Since 24 February, the day military action began, the United Nations refugee agency confirmed that at least 500,000 refugees have fled the country. It is believed to be the most extreme week of human flight within the European continent since at least the Balkan wars, which took place in the 1990s. Among those is Jamala, the artist who took her country to Eurovision victory just six years…

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Russia banned from Eurovision 2022 over invasion of Ukraine

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The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) confirmed that Russia will not be participating in this year’s Eurovision Song Contest. In an announcement on 25 February, the EBU said “that no Russian act will participate in this year’s Eurovision Song Contest.” It explained that the decision was made “in light of the unprecedented crisis in Ukraine,” referring to Russia’s invasion of the country a day earlier. “We remain dedicated to protecting the values of a cultural competition which promotes international exchange and understanding, brings audiences together, celebrates diversity through music and unites Europe on one…

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Eurovision confirms Russia can still compete in 2022 contest despite invading Ukraine

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Russia will still be allowed to compete in 2022’s Eurovision Song Contest, despite its invasion of Ukraine. For months, Western officials have reported that Russia has been planning an invasion of Ukraine that could begin at any moment – something Vladimir Putin has adamantly denied. In the early hours of 24 February, however, Ukrainian officials stated that Russia had launched an all-out assault on the country, with troops crossing the border. There have also been reports of explosions and artillery fire across the country, including around its capital city, Kyiv.…

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