The LGBT Muslims blog identified 5 Muslim nations where the legal system does not outlaw homosexuality [1]. The 5 countries are : Mali, Jordan, Indonesia, Turkey and Albania. While the law in these countries does not criminalize gay lifestyles, the LGBT Muslims blog points out that LGBT communities still suffer from discrimination and non-negligible pressure to remain discreet regarding their lifestyles. Still, the main take away lesson is that gay rights may be more advanced than most would believe in the aforementioned countries.
5 Muslim Countries Where Gays Are Not Prosecuted by the Law
· Written by Lova Rakotomalala
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