European Parliament condemns oppression of LGBT people in Azerbaijan

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European Parliament condemns oppression of LGBT people in Azerbaijan


http://www.pinknews.co.uk/2015/09/14/european-parliament-condemns-oppression-of-lgbt-people-in-azerbaijan/

Pink News/by Nick Duffy    09/14/2015

"Homosexuality has been legal in Azerbaijan since 2000, but LGBT people and activists in the country still face routine and systematic oppression.

Following a spate of homophobic incidents in the country, the European Parliament adopted a motion voicing concern about "hate speech" against LGBTI people.   

It reads: "[The European Parliament] is extremely concerned over the situation of LGBTI people in Azerbaijan

"[Parliament] strongly condemns political hate speech against LGBTI people coming from the highest levels."