Russian security officers conducted a raid on a nightclub in Tula, detaining at least eight people.

At least seven people were fined for 'looking too gay' under Russia's laws against promoting 'non-traditional sexual relations'.

The raid involved officers in military-style uniforms and was part of a broader push by the Kremlin to promote 'traditional values'.

Russia's 'anti-gay law', in force since 2013, was amended in 2022 to prohibit the promotion of 'non-traditional lifestyles' among all age groups.

In 2024, at least 131 cases related to 'LGBT propaganda' were sent to court, with 71 citizens receiving fines ranging from 50,000 to 200,000 roubles.