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Burkina Faso's military junta: 'Homosexuality will be punished by the law'

Military leaders did not reveal the extent of the ban — whether it is against LGBTQ+ identity broadly or specifically those in same-sex relationships, nor what the sentences will entail.

Netanyahu Appoints Israel's First Gay Justice Minister

Amir Ohana, a Likud loyalist to the prime minister, makes history.

Quebec Pledges Over $550K to Fight LGBT Discrimination

Justice Minister Stephanie Vallée has announced the creation of Quebec's Fight Against Homophobia program, according to Pink News.

Germany Would Fine Social Media Outlets If They Don't Police Hate Speech

CNET reports that Germany's minister of justice will propose a law that slaps large fines on social media platforms for not properly controlling online abuse.

New Arrest in Assassination of Black Queer Lawmaker Marielle Franco

Marielle Franco was shot dead by a gunman in a passing car in 2018 – two former police officers have been arrested in the case.

Cross-Dressing Teen Murdered in Jamaica

An angry mob chased and killed a gender non-conforming 17-year-old who wore women's clothing to a party near Montego Bay, Jamaica.

Puerto Rico Won't Defend Marriage Ban

A federal court upheld the commonwealth's ban on same-sex marriage, but Puerto Rico's government will not defend the ban as the decision is appealed.

A Primer on Steven Anderson, the Antigay Monster Banned From Ireland

The Arizona minister, who preaches that LGBTQ people should be killed, has been deemed persona non grata by more than 30 nations.

Germany May Make It Easier for Lesbian Couples to Co-Parent

While the plan is to ease the burden of complicated adoption processes for female couples, it will not apply to men. 

Man Jailed for Being Gay to be Pardoned Posthumously

It's the latest pro-LGBT move by the popular prime minister. 

Ireland Apologizes for Criminalizing Homosexuality

Officials issue the apology on the 25th anniversary of decriminalization. 

Canada on Brink of Banning Conversion Therapy Nationwide

The legislation, introduced Monday, fulfills a campaign promise from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

Germany to Compensate 50,000 Gay Men Convicted Under Nazi-Era Law

Under "Article 175," gay men were criminalized in post-World War II West Germany.

Tanzania Health Minister Threatens 'Gay List'

The situation for gay and bi men in the east African nation goes from bad to worse.

Namibian Court Grants Citizenship to Gay Couple's Son

"This is a big win for same-sex couples [in Namibia]," said the couple's lawyer.