Iran Gay Rights: A Rare Show Of Public Support In Tehran

A Rare Show Of Public Support For Gay Rights In Iran
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On May 17, the International Day Against Homophobia, a small group of Iranians publicly displayed support for gay rights despite the Islamic republic's tough laws against homosexuality and the associated social stigma.

Here are very rare, if not unprecedented, pictures that were reportedly taken in Tehran.

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