Russia adds 'LGBT movement' to list of extremist organizations
Russia has added the 'LGBT movement' to a list of extremist and terrorist organizations, in line with a ruling by the Supreme Court. LGBT activists fear arrests and prosecutions. Russia has tightened restrictions on sexual orientation and gender identity under President Putin.
Key Points
- Russia designates 'LGBT movement' as extremist and terrorist organizations
- Supreme Court ruling supports the designation
- Rosfinmonitoring can freeze bank accounts of designated individuals and entities
- Russia under Putin emphasizes 'family values' over Western attitudes
- Laws passed outlawing promotion of 'non-traditional' sexual relations and banning gender changes
Cons
- Fear of arrests and prosecutions for LGBT activists
- Tightening restrictions on sexual orientation and gender identity in Russia