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"Latvia's Edgars Rinkevics Makes History as First Openly Gay President of an EU Nation"

Edgars Rinkevics, the former foreign minister of Latvia, has been sworn in as the country's new president, becoming the first openly gay head of state in the European Union. In his inaugural address, Rinkevics pledged to fight for inclusion and equality, emphasizing the importance of respecting and protecting the rights of every person in Latvia. He also expressed his commitment to a strong NATO, the European Union, and supporting Ukraine in its struggle for freedom.

via Euronews|

#edgars-rinkevics #european-union #inclusion

politics3 years ago•1 min saved

"Latvian Foreign Minister Becomes First Openly Gay President, Sworn In"

Edgars Rinkevics has been sworn in as the president of Latvia, vowing to support Ukraine in its conflict with Russia. He warned of the threats posed by "imperial Russia and the Lukashenko regime" and emphasized the importance of a strong NATO and close cooperation with allies. Rinkevics, who has been a long-term supporter of Ukraine, is also Latvia's first openly gay head of state and pledged to fight for inclusion and equality in the country.

via DW (English)|

#edgars-rinkevics #latvia #nato

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Latvia's Pro-Ukraine Foreign Minister Becomes First Openly Gay President

Edgars Rinkevics has become the European Union's first openly gay head of state as he was sworn in as the president of Latvia. Rinkevics, who came out in 2014 while serving as foreign minister, was elected by parliament in May. In his inauguration speech, he expressed his commitment to creating a modern and inclusive Latvia.

via The Daily Beast|

#edgars-rinkevics #european-union #inauguration

politics3 years ago•1 min saved

"Edgars Rinkevics Makes History as EU's First Openly Gay President in Latvia"

Edgars Rinkevics has been sworn in as Latvia's president, becoming the first openly gay head of state in the European Union. Rinkevics, who has served as the country's foreign minister since 2011, has been a vocal advocate for LGBT rights. While gay marriage is illegal in Latvia, same-sex unions were recognized by the constitutional court last year. In his inaugural speech, Rinkevics pledged to support Ukraine's war effort against Russia and addressed the issue of inequality, vowing to work towards a modern, inclusive, and just Latvia.

via BBC|

#edgars-rinkevics #eu #latvia

politics3 years ago•2 min saved

Latvia Elects First Openly Gay President in the Baltics

Latvia has elected its first openly gay president, Edgars Rinkevics, who is also the first openly gay head of state in the European Union. Rinkevics, a center-right politician who has served as foreign minister for more than a decade, came out in 2014 and pledged to fight for a legal framework for same-sex marriage, which remains illegal in Latvia. His election was celebrated by gay rights activists across Europe and highlights the widening gulf between Latvia and Russia, where attitudes toward LGBTQ people have become increasingly intolerant.

via The Washington Post|

#edgars-rinkevics #european-union #latvia