Finland denies asylum to Russian LGBTQ+ citing lack of persecution

Finland's Immigration Service has determined that Russian sexual and gender minorities are not at risk of persecution and can seek police protection, effectively rejecting asylum claims from this group. This marks a policy stance that contradicts international reports of rising anti-LGBTQ+ repression in Russia. The decision could set a precedent for other Nordic countries and impact migration flows.

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