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Several West African nations are enacting or tightening laws against the LGBTQ+ community, which activists say is a political tactic to hold onto power. The laws are spreading, with significant impacts on human rights and HIV prevention efforts.
Japan's cabinet on June 8 approved a basic plan to raise awareness of sexual minority issues, including pamphlets, training videos, and education for local staff and teachers. This follows the 2023 LGBTQ+ understanding promotion law, amid pressure for stronger rights protections.
Andry José Hernández Romero, a Venezuelan makeup artist deported by the US to the infamous Cecot prison in El Salvador, has fled to Spain to seek asylum. He says he feels safe and hopes to rebuild his life, while his lawyer stresses the need to clear his name.
