LGBTQ Pride Parades in Eastern Europe Amid Conservative Opposition
Romania and Bulgaria ranked last in ILGA-Europe 2025 Rainbow Map for LGBTQ legal protections.
Vlad Viski, president of MozaiQ, demanded legal recognition for civil partnerships, citing essential rights.
Nationalist groups held opposing rallies, including 'March for Normality' in Bucharest and 'March of the Family' in Sofia.
Conservative Orthodox Church in Bulgaria opposed Pride events, with writer Alina Purcaru noting strong traditional values.
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