Russian city approves Pride and then bans it again
Unfortunately, Alexeev later received a letter in which they withdrew their permission. The mayor allegedly wants to protect children from ‘’unconventional sexual relationships.’’ The fear for the gay propaganda ban in Russia was also a factor, fearing that the parade would be seen as propaganda. Because of this the town would not be able to ensure the ‘’safety’’ of its participants.
This is not the first Russian city where Alexeev asked permission to organize a Pride parade. With his campaign, he is trying to persuade 378 cities in Russia to permit a Gay Pride. Every city that rejects his request will be involved in an ongoing case that, eventually, will be heard at the European Court of Human Rights.