![]() ![]() Instead of blocking apps used by the gay community, the Lebanese authorities should immediately revoke this ban and focus their efforts on ending their crackdown against LGBTI people.” “No one should face discrimination or punishment for their sexual orientation. ![]() As well as being a flagrant assault on the right to freedom of expression, this move will serve to entrench and legitimize homophobic views within the country. “The decision to ban Grindr in Lebanon is a deeply regressive step and a blow for the human rights of the local LGBTI community. Responding to a decision by Lebanon’s Telecommunications Ministry to block access to the app, Grindr, which is mainly used by gay and trans men, Amnesty International’s Middle East Research Director Lynn Maalouf said: Updated: 12:38 pm Lebanon: Ban on gay dating app Grindr a blow for sexual rights and freedom
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