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Caster Semenya Wins Measured Victory at European Court of Human Rights

The court says Semenya suffered discrimination because of her high natural testosterone level, but it did not strike down the regulations World Athletics imposes on women athletes.

European Court Rejects Religious 'Right to Discriminate'

The European court of human rights on Tuesday rejected an appeal brought by three British Christians, two of whom say they were punished at work for not wanting to serve same-sex couples.

Another Gay Cake Battle Heads to European Court

Ashers bakery refused to cook up a cake showing Bert and Ernie supporting marriage equality.

Turkey Cannot Require Trans People to Be Sterilized

Ten years after a trans man first sued Turkey's government, a European court of human rights found that he should not have been forced to get sterilized prior to being granted access to transition-related surgery.

European Court Declares Gays Can Seek Asylum in EU

The European Court of Justice declared that sexual orientation is a fundamental characteristic for which many people in nations around the world are persecuted, and can now seek asylum in the European Union.

Court: Country Can Require Trans People to Divorce

The European Court of Human Rights ruled Wednesday that countries which require married trans people to divorce prior to legally updating their gender are not in violation of the European human rights statutes.

European Court Rules Italy's Same-Sex Marriage Ban a Human Rights Violation

While not binding, the decision adds to mounting pressure on the peninsula. 

Poland Must Legally Recognize Same-Sex Couples, European Human Rights Court Rules

With support from the country's new Prime Minister and Europe's highest human rights court, same-sex couples may finally be granted legal recognition in Poland.

Russian Activist Sues Actor Over 'Burn Gays Alive' Comment

The LGBT activist says he doesn't expect the suit to succeed in Russian courts but hopes to bring the case to the European Court of Human Rights.

Even Antigay E.U. Nations Must Now Recognize Same-Sex Couples

The European Court of Justice has delivered a victory of "human dignity" to queer people.

Russia’s LGBTQ Rally Ban Violates Human Rights, Court Rules

A European court ruled that Russia is in violation of human rights, but that's never stopped the government before. 

EU Court Tiptoes Around France's Gay Blood Ban

The European Union's highest court refuses to strike down France's lifetime ban on gay and bi blood donors.

Polish, Romanian Pride Parades Draw Thousands

The nations aren't LGBT-friendly, but residents are demanding their rights, buoyed by a recent European Union court ruling.

Polish state TV host: Our anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric was shameful

With Poland under a new, more liberal government, TV host Wojciech SzelÄ…g is apologizing for years of spreading homophobia.

Will Italian Court Decision Pave Way for Marriage Equality?

A precedent may have been set by a same-sex couple, where one of the women is transgender.

Irish Trans Woman's Gender Recognition Battle Finally Ends

Dr. Lydia Foy received a game-changing settlement from the Irish government after the High Court found that her human rights have been violated for over 20 years.

WATCH: Most Trans Europeans Face This 'Nightmare' to Be Recognized

Transgender Europe offers an insider look at the medical and administrative 'nightmare' many trans Europeans still face in order to obtain accurate legal identification.