Gay Pride

The absurdity of ‘Queers for Palestine’ - opinion

Serious queer politics would defend queer Palestinians and speak honestly about their horrendous situation in Gaza and the West Bank. 

A WOMAN holds a placard reading ‘Queers 4 Palestine’ during the 2023 Taiwan Pride Parade.
Yadin Antebi, the CEO of Bank Hapoalim

Bank Hapoalim marked Pride Month in an emotional meeting with Tal Ramon

ISRAELI DRAG QUEEN Nona Chalant: Ultimate bridge.

Music's hidden message: Israeli drag queen and exiled Iranian singer send a message of freedom

WHILE HAVING qualified for the 2026 World Cup, Iran’s national soccer federation stated that participation in the tournament is now in doubt amid the current US and Israeli strikes.

Iran, Egypt decry World Cup 'Pride Match' as Seattle locals have no plans to tone down celebrations


Estonia set to become first ex-Soviet state to back gay marriage

A vote is due early next week. LGBTQ+ activists hope Estonia's parliament will back a government bill that would allow gay and lesbian couples to marry and win the same rights as heterosexual couples

Tartu, Estonia.

LGBT soldier assaulted on bus during Tel Aviv Pride

After realizing their actions are being recorded, one of the assaulters starts recording the soldiers himself and another pulls his shirt over his face.

 THE ANNUAL Pride Parade in Tel Aviv, internationally acclaimed as one of the most proud and gay-friendly cities in the world.

25% of LGBT Israelis feel uncomfortable traveling abroad - survey

78% of LGBT Israelis consider the safety of a destination when deciding where to travel.

 Israelis march in Jerusalem during the pride march on June 1, 2023

Kaplan painted rainbow colors ahead of Tel Aviv's 30th Pride Parade

According to the event organizers, the Pride Parade brings in over 250,000 attendees annually and is the largest LGBT parade in Asia. 

 THE ANNUAL Pride Parade in Tel Aviv, internationally acclaimed as one of the most proud and gay-friendly cities in the world.

Biden to host thousands at White House Pride party

Biden, a Democrat, will host thousands of people on the White House's South Lawn for an evening celebration of LGBTQ+ families.

 U.S. President Joe Biden and LGBTQ advocate Ashton Mota of the GenderCool Project walk before delivering remarks to commemorate LGBTQ+ Pride Month in the White House, Washington, U.S., June 25, 2021.

Grapevine June 7, 2023: An example set by King Hussein

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

 FROM LEFT: Tel Aviv-Jaffa Mayor Ron Huldai, Ambassador Khaled Yousif Al Jalahma and Ennis Center CEO George Mansour.

Israeli drama film ‘Concerned Citizen’ tackles gentrification and race issues in Tel Aviv

Director Idan Haguel discusses the focus and intention of his film as well as his inspirations for it.

 Concerned Citizen, by Israeli director Idan Haguel

Editor's Notes: Pride, especially now

The LGBT community, like all communities, is made up of individuals, and many of those individuals are afraid.

 PARTICIPANTS GATHER for the annual Jerusalem March for Pride and Tolerance.

In pictures: Israelis march in Jerusalem for pride, LGBT rights

Check out the best snapshots from a colorful march in Jerusalem, attended by some 30,000 Israelis all over the country.

 Israelis march in Jerusalem during the pride march on June 1, 2023

Jerusalem should embrace its diverse residents - editorial

Jerusalem is not only a flashpoint for Jewish-Muslim tensions but also the scene of an ongoing power struggle between the conservative and liberal elements of the city.

 JERUSALEM’S 21st Pride Parade will take place on June 1.