Argentina: Refuge for LGBTQ+ Russians and Ukrainians Fleeing Persecution
Argentina has, seemingly, become a beacon of hope, a place of refuge for a specific group: LGBTQ+ Russians fleeing the escalating anti-gay crackdown orchestrated by Vladimir Putin’s regime. It’s a complex situation, one that goes beyond just the LGBTQ+ community, as the influx of refugees from both Ukraine and Russia since the war’s commencement has been quite noticeable.
It’s clear that Argentina, for a while now, has been a place where people seek sanctuary from persecution. There’s a history of offering safe haven, dating back at least two decades. The stories of individuals finding freedom and safety in Argentina are moving and a reminder that everyone, everywhere, deserves to live without fear of discrimination.… Continue reading
Matt Underwood