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Is India's Gay Marriage Ban About to Be Overturned?

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Summary: The Supreme Court of India is currently considering legalizing gay marriage , a move that could have a transformative impact on LGBTQ rights in the country. Despite progress in LGBTQ rights , many gay individuals in India still face discrimination , especially in rural areas. The potential legalization of gay marriage is met with hope by those seeking greater acceptance and inclusion within society. However, opposition from religious and conservative groups, as well as the government's stance, present significant challenges to the legalization process. The clash between personal laws and traditional attitudes ...

Imran Khan speaks after release: ‘This is a fight to the end for me’

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Imran Khan speaks after release: ‘This is a fight to the end for me’ Arriving at court amidst tight security and a charged atmosphere, Imran Khan. Pakistan's former Prime Minister faces dozens of legal cases, but dismisses them as politically motivated. His supporters went on the rampage after he was arrested earlier this week. In unprecedented scenes, they targeted buildings linked to Pakistan's military, which has long dominated political life. Khan's party denied that many believe the army helped bring him into power, then pushed him out and are now trying to prevent him from returning to office. But the Supreme Court ruled Khan's detention was illegal and today he was granted bail. Speaking to us, he struck a defiant tone. It seems as if the government, the military leadership, are going to keep launching cases, keep trying to arrest you. Look, let me just tell y...

Israel: Thousands protest against court system overhaul

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Israel: Thousands protest against court system overhaul For the ninth weekend in a row, Israelis have taken to the streets in all major cities to protest against the Netanyahu government. This was outside the President's House in Jerusalem. They're trying to prevent radical judicial reforms which would allow the Parliament to overrule the Supreme Court with a simple majority of one. I want a free speech, I want a free country, I want the same right for every person, every religion, every nationality, like you have it in a democracy. We can't stay home, we have to go and fight, because we are in the last moment. We're saving the Israelis, there was a radical system and we are really, really, really worried. The protests have been growing every week and becoming more frequent. In Tel Aviv, more than 160,000 took to the streets. What is very obvious when you're at t...

Protests Erupt in Israel Over Controversial Changes to Justice System

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Summary: Protests rock Israel over changes to the justice system, creating deep divisions in the nation. Controversial bill equates religious study with National Military Service, sparking fears about the country's direction. Protesters and the Bar Association challenge the reforms in court, uncertain of the consequences. Israeli military faces internal divisions as reservists vow to protest by not showing up for duty. Israelis wake up to a deeply divided nation, with prot...