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The U.S. is concerned about Iraqi law against prostitution and homosexuality

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The United States is deeply concerned about the decision of the Iraqi Council of Representatives to adopt an amendment to the current legislation, which has officially received the name of the law on combating... RIA Novosti, 28.04.2024

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The U.S. is concerned about Iraqi law against prostitution and homosexuality

19 days ago·Russian Federation

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Lenta.RU [🇷🇺-affiliated]

The United States is concerned about the adoption of the law on prostitution and homosexuality in Iraq

“This amendment threatens those most at risk in Iraqi society,” the State Department said, adding that the measure could be used to restrict freedom of speech and expression, as well as to suppress the activities of non-governmental organizations. Furthermore, the United States warned that such discrimination would harm business and economic growth in the country, as well as weaken Baghdad’s ability to diversify its economy and attract foreign i…

18 days ago·Russian Federation

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siol.net

Homosexuality became illegal, punishable by 15 years in prison.

The Iraqi parliament on Saturday passed a law that makes homosexuality illegal and punishable by up to 15 years in prison. Baghdad's adoption of the law is framed as a desecration of religious values, and Human Rights Watch has hailed it as an attack on the human rights of the LGBT community in Iraq.

18 days ago·Ljubljana, Slovenia

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delo.si

In Iraq, homosexuality was illegal and punished.

Baghdad is confusing the passage of the law with the preservation of religious values, and human rights organizations are framing it as an attack on human rights.

18 days ago

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