LGBT
Anti-LGBTQ violence in Israel rose sharply in 2025, national queer and trans violence report finds
A total of 432 homophobic or transphobic physical incidents were reported in Israel in 2025, the Aguda's report found.
Jason Collins, first openly gay active NBA player, dies at 47
As anti-LGBTQ laws spread, these Jewish nonprofits are funding moves to safer states
Four day pride festival to be held at Dead Sea, largest in history of Middle East
'Queer in Gaza' campaign aims to raise awareness about Hamas LGBTQ+ persecution
“Living as a Queer person in Gaza is punishable by torture and death by Hamas, the rulers of Gaza” the campaign notes.
'A gay man without rights:' Israeli reservist who killed highway terrorist speaks out
Ben-Shimon's tweet went viral on social media and drew many reactions.
Law student sues man, who sent him unsolicited explicit photos on Grindr, and wins
Most sexual harassment lawsuits end in a plea agreement and settlement, but Shaham had had enough and wanted to pursue a full judgment.
Houthis sentence 13 to public execution on homosexuality charges - report
"The [Houthis] are ramping up their abuses at home while the world is busy watching their attacks in the Red Sea," said Niku Jafarnia, a Yemen researcher for Human Rights Watch.
Pope sees 'hypocrisy' in those who criticize LGBT blessings
He also stressed that such blessings do not amount to formal Church approval for same-sex unions.
Pope says Africans are 'special case' when it comes to LGBT blessings
Blessings were allowed last month in a document called Fiducia Supplicans (Supplicating Trust), which has caused widespread debate in the Catholic Church.
I am a Jew who owns a gay porn company, and I want you to come to Israel - opinion
I am the only Jewish owner of a gay adult film company, and in no time after October 7 I became the target of an organized boycott campaign.
Israeli LGBTQ soldiers hope the war in Gaza will bolster their fight for equal rights at home
Before the war broke out, LGBTQ rights were at the heart of fierce debate over the government’s campaign to weaken Israel’s courts.
Burundi's president says gay people should be stoned
"If you want to attract a curse to the country, accept homosexuality," Ndayishimiye said.
High Court rules same-sex couples eligible to adopt children
'A historic, groundbreaking victory which gives a shred of light and hope in these difficult times.'
