The Ministry of Justice said it had “lodged an administrative legal claim” aimed at recognising the LGBTQ movement “as extremist and banning its activity in Russia”.
The move is by far the most drastic step in the decade-long crackdown on LGBTQ rights in Russia unleashed under President Vladimir Putin, who has put “traditional family values” at the cornerstone of his rule.
The ministry did not specify whether it was seeking the closure of any specific groups or organisations, or if the designation would apply more broadly to the LGBTQ community, causes and individuals.
What acts of terrorism have the alphabet mafia committed? Claiming the rainbow was a step too far? Did Putin always want to sleep in colorful bedsheets, but now he’s afraid of being called a faggot by his generals?
Rainbows, eh, there cool and all, but a double rainbow, now that’s extreme!