FIFA and LGBTQ Flags
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A social media claim suggests FIFA turned the Iran vs. Egypt World Cup match into an LGBTQ celebration, though FIFA permits rainbow flags. This claim is being fact-checked.
Turkey denies entry to LGBTQ+ cruise ship, sparking outrage
A Virgin Voyages cruise ship, the "Scarlet Lady," carrying 2,000 LGBTQ+ passengers, was denied entry into Turkey on July 7. Local authorities in Turkey's Aidฤฑn province stated that the passengers' behavior did not align with the country's societal structure and moral values. The decision caused significant backlash. "The Guardian" reported that the cruise, advertised as an "epic gay journey," was โฆ
Fact Check: Did FIFA Turn Iran vs Egypt World Cup Match Into LGBTQ Celebration?
A narrative spreading on Facebook claims that FIFA transformed the Iran vs. Egypt World Cup match into a celebration for the LGBTQ community. The claim is linked to FIFA's decision to permit the rainbโฆ
Religious Counselors to Lead LGBTQ+ Prevention Efforts in Indonesia, Ministry Prepares Materials
Indonesia's Ministry of Religious Affairs (Kemenag) is developing educational materials to guide religious counselors in addressing Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ+) issues. The โฆ
Gerindra Party: Indonesia Does Not Recognize LGBTQ Ideology
Indonesia does not recognize or acknowledge LGBTQ ideology, according to Bahtra Banong, a spokesperson for the Gerindra Party. The party supports Presidential Regulation No. 111 of 2025, which classifโฆ
