UK, Iranian lesbian granted asylum
Topic: Gay/Lesbian Issues
Source: Telegraph (UK)
Pegah Emambakhsh fled to the UK in 2005 to escape stoning and has been fighting against deportation ever since. The 41-year-old lost her battle last year, but was supported by human rights organisation, gay rights groups, politicians and the Friends of Pegah campaign group was established. Home Secretary Jacqui Smith has told Miss Emambakhsh that she will reconsider her case. Her supporters described the move as a "historical victory". (02/16/09)
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Monday 16 February 2009 - 08:07:37