Since the Russian Supreme Court banned the non-existent 'international LGBT movement', 14 criminal cases and numerous administrative protocols have been recorded, with even homophobes facing persecution.

Since the Russian Supreme Court banned the non-existent 'international LGBT movement', 14 criminal cases and numerous administrative protocols have been recorded, with even homophobes facing persecution.

@meduzalive 29 Oct 2026, 16:25

The Russian Orthodox Church participates in a campaign against queer people in Russia, ongoing since November 2023 when authorities declared the LGBT movement extremist, with supportive priests explaining that their sexuality does not contradict faith.

@meduzalive 29 Oct 2026, 13:40

In Russia, queer individuals face repression as authorities declared the LGBT movement extremist, with the Russian Orthodox Church actively participating in the campaign against them; however, some priests support queer believers, helping them maintain their faith.

@meduzalive 29 Oct 2026, 07:40