Gay Men in Chechnya Fear For Life at Home

The video discusses the plight of Arthur, a young gay man from Chechnya, who is on the run in Western Europe due to threats from his family and the police. He fled Chechnya after narrowly escaping arrest for his sexuality. Many men like him have fled to Russian cities, but safety is not guaranteed. Homophobic attacks are common, and Chechen authorities have been accused of imprisoning and torturing gay men. Activists are working to help these individuals seek asylum in Western countries, but progress is slow. International bodies have expressed concern, but Arthur's asylum application remains unresolved.

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