Iraq has passed a harsh anti-LGBTQ+ law which would impose heavy prison sentences on gay and transgender people. Passed quietly by the country's parliament on Saturday, the law was part of an amendment to an existing anti-prostitution law. It has been strongly criticized by human rights groups and diplomats alike. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3JEONBh

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