Gay Pride
Haifa resident arrested for implied death threats against LGBTQ+ community
One of the suspected threats on social media appears to target former prime minister Naftali Bennett, who said he would work towards civil unions and same-sex marriage within Israeli law if elected.
New Jerusalem Pride March route heads towards Knesset under 'Demanding Change' slogan
Ghana passes bill imposing prison terms for LGBTQ+ identity, advocacy
Jewish LGBTQ group banned from Rome Pride parade for not denouncing Israeli government on Gaza
Outrage after Rome Pride bans Jewish LGBTQ groups
Shannon Seban, Director of European Affairs at CAM, “The weaponization of Pride spaces against Jews is unacceptable. Antisemitism has no place in the LGBTQ movement.”
Police arrest 16-year-old from Bnei Brak suspected of setting fire to Pride flag in Tel Aviv
The teen was arrested on Sunday morning, and police found a burnt Pride flag and a lighter during a search of his belongings.
A Wider Bridge, a pro-Israel advocate in LGBTQ spaces, is shutting down
Pro Israel LGBTQ group A Wider Bridge said it will wind down operations by year’s end, pointing to funding challenges after years of controversy in progressive queer circles.
Seattle doubles down on World Cup Pride plans despite Iran, Egypt's objections
Complaints by the football associations of Iran and Egypt highlight tensions between World Cup rules promoting anti-discrimination, inclusivity and neutrality on political and social matters.
FIFA assigns LGBT-themed World Cup game to Iran, where homosexuality is punishable by death
As with many Islamic countries, homosexuality is outlawed in Iran and punishable by death. Many LGBTQ+ Iranians have fled the country, looking for asylum in the United States or the Middle East.
US Supreme Court rejects bid to overturn same-sex marriage right
The conservative majority court voted 6-3 to deny the bid from a former county clerk who went to prison for refusing to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples.
Sidelined at Pride celebrations, pro-Israel LGBTQ Jews find breathing room in Tel Aviv
Organized by the JFNA, the trip included 15 first-time visitors to Israel and came amid a broader sense of alienation many had been feeling in their LGBTQ communities back home.
Ottawa Capital Pride parade canceled after anti-Israel activists blockade route
Anti-Israel activists rain on the Ottawa pride parade, blocking it, and leading to its cancellation in protest of parade organizers refusing to denounce the state of Israel.
L'Oréal Israel provided exclusive sponsorship for Offer Nissim's pride concert
The beauty group set up four pop-up areas in Yarkon Park under the concept "LET THE BEAT GLOW ON" as part of its commitment to values of equality and diversity.
Nadav Schwartz: Fighting for LGBTQ+ acceptance among religious Jews
Jerusalemite of the week: A religious Jew who has been out as a gay man for 15 years now, Nadav Schwartz is a passionate activist who fights for the reconciliation of religious and queer identities.
