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Ukraine war fuels public support for same-sex marriage

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When openly gay soldier Alex Fischuk prepared to defend Ukraine against Russia’s forces in February, he feared not only for his own life but also that of his partner, who was also in the army. As an LGBTQ+ couple in a nation where same-sex relationships are not recognised, the 23-year-old worried about what would happen if his boyfriend was injured or killed in combat. “If our (partner) dies … we won’t be allowed even to bury (them) … they might not let us into the hospital,” said Fischuk, a cadet…

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“I feel freer”: Russian tennis star Daria Kasatkina on coming out as gay

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Russia’s highest-ranked female tennis player Daria Kasatkina has stated that she took “the right step” in deciding to come out as gay. The 25-year-old bravely came out in July and shared that she is dating Russian Olympic figure skater Natalia Zabiiako. “Living in the closet is impossible,” the star told blogger Vitya Kravchenko. “I believe it is important that influential people from sports, or any other sphere really, speak about it,” she continued. “It is important for young people who have a hard time with society and need support.” Kasatkina…

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Ukraine to consider legalising same-sex marriage once war is over

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President Volodymyr Zelensky has asked Ukraine’s government to look into whether same-sex marriages should be legalised. He also noted that marriage is defined in the country’s constitution as being between a man and a woman – something which would not be changed during the ongoing war with Russia. Zelensky explained that this is due to Article 157 of the Constitution of Ukraine, which says: “In conditions of war or a state of emergency, the Constitution of Ukraine cannot be changed.” The response comes after a petition on the matter crossed…

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Joe Biden offers Russian arms dealer in exchange for detained WNBA star Brittney Griner

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The Joe Biden administration has offered to exchange convicted Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout as part of a deal to release detained basketball player, Brittney Griner.  In February, queer WNBA star Brittney Griner was detained in Russia after authorities found cannabis oil in her luggage.  On Wednesday (27 July), state secretary Antony Blinken said the White House has struck a deal with the Kremlin to secure her release. “There was a substantial proposal on the table weeks ago to facilitate their release. Our governments have communicated repeatedly and directly on…

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Brittney Griner’s lawyers say WNBA star had cannabis prescription for “chronic and acute pain”

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Brittney Griner’s defence attorneys revealed to the court that she has a cannabis prescription during her recent hearing. Back in February, the Olympic gold medalist was arrested on drug charges after she was accused of carrying hashish oil in her luggage. At the time of her detainment, Griner was an active player on the Russian basketball team UMMC Ekaterinburg. Over the last few months, Griner’s lawyers and representatives have worked tirelessly on getting the acclaimed basketball player back to the United State, whose trial started on 1 July. On 7…

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Eurovision to “begin discussions” about the UK “potentially” hosting 2023 Contest

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Next year’s Eurovision Song Contest “cannot be held in Ukraine” and discussions are underway for the UK to “potentially” host, it has been confirmed. Receiving a total of 631 points, the Kalush Orchestra won this year’s competition for Ukraine with its song Stefania. However, due to its ongoing war with Russia after it was invaded by the country in February, many have questioned whether or not the Contest will be able to be held in Ukraine in 2023. On 17 June, Eurovision released a statement confirming that it will “begin…

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US consular official finally allowed access to detained WNBA star Brittney Griner in Russia

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A US official has met with WNBA star Brittney Griner for the second time since her initial detainment in Russia. In February, the American basketball star was detained after she was accused of carrying hashish oil in her luggage. However, the news wasn’t released by the Russian Federal Customs Service until three weeks after Griner’s arrest. “As a US citizen was passing through the green channel at Sheremetyevo Airport upon arriving from New York, a working dog from the Sheremetyevo Customs canine department detected the possible presence of narcotic substances…

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Russian court extends arrest of WNBA star Brittney Griner by one month

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Brittney Griner’s lawyer has revealed that her current pre-trial detention has been extended by one month. Back in February, the American basketball star was detained after authorities found hashish oil in her luggage. “As a US citizen was passing through the green channel at Sheremetyevo Airport upon arriving from New York, a working dog from the Sheremetyevo Customs canine department detected the possible presence of narcotic substances in the accompanying luggage,” Russian customs officials said. If the two-time Olympic gold medalist is found guilty, she could face up to 10…

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LGBTQ+ Ukrainians to hold march for their country’s “peace and freedom” in Poland

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KyivPride and Warsaw Pride will march together in Poland for the “peace and freedom” of Ukraine following Russia’s invasion of the country earlier this year. For months, Western officials reported that Russia was planning an invasion of Ukraine that could begin at any moment – something Vladimir Putin 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. Since then, the world has seen the fastest and largest displacement of people in…

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Human rights groups call on Romania to reject ‘LGBTQ+ propaganda’ law

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Human rights groups have urged Romania to reject a bill banning so-called ‘gay propaganda’ in schools, like those introduced in Hungary and Russia. The law, which has passed through the Senate, would see materials “promoting” being LGBTQ+ heavily restricted. Parliament’s lower house has the final say on whether or not it is introduced, with activists calling on it to stop it moving forward. LGBTQ+ rights groups such as ACCEPT and MozaiQ said the legislation must not be implemented as it will have the power to limit things such as news…

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