Friday, January 05, 2018

Saudi Arabia Launches Crackdown after Alleged Gay Wedding Video Goes Viral


PinkNews reports:

Authorities in Saudi Arabia have reportedly carried out raids in response to a video purporting to show a gay wedding ceremony.

The clip, which features two men in traditional Saudi dress in an apparent wedding ceremony, went viral in the country this week – with many expressing their outrage and posting homophobic messages. 

It has sparked a witch hunt in the country – as the country’s authorities [are] now trying to track down the men involved.

Homosexuality is strictly forbidden in Saudi Arabia, where gay people can face imprisonment, violent punishments or even the death penalty.

See full story here.

No comments: