Police in Russia raided gay bars and spaces

Following a recent ruling that branded the LGBT ‘movement’ as ‘extremist’, police in Russia have been reportedly raiding gay bars and spaces.⁠

On 30 November the Supreme Court in Russia handed down a ruling that effectively banned pro-LGBTQ+ activism.⁠

⁠The BBC reported a hearing was held behind closed doors with reporters only allowed in to hear the verdict. The broadcaster also reported that the hearing was brought by Russia’s Justice Ministry.⁠

LGBTQ+ groups tried to fight the hearing but were not allowed in by the court.⁠

Local media reports from 1 December indicate that several Moscow gay bars were raided by police. The BBC reported that some patrons were held and had ID photographed. Police claim to have been searching for drugs.