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Rights groups alarmed about new anti-LGBTQ+ law in Iraq

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washington — Rights groups see Iraq's new anti-LGBTQ+ law, which criminalizes same-sex relations, as another attempt to curb individual freedoms in the country. Passed Saturday, the law, an amendment to an existing anti-prostitution rule, says those found guilty of same-sex relations will face 10 to 15 years in jail. Additionally, the law criminalizes those who seek or perform gender-affirming medical treatments. Transgender people or the doctor…

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Rights groups alarmed about new anti-LGBTQ+ law in Iraq

washington — Rights groups see Iraq's new anti-LGBTQ+ law, which criminalizes same-sex relations, as another attempt to curb individual freedoms in the country. Passed Saturday, the law, an amendment to an existing anti-prostitution rule, says those found guilty of same-sex relations will face 10 to 15 years in jail. Additionally, the law criminalizes those who seek or perform gender-affirming medical treatments. Transgender people or the doctor…

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