Lebanon's Ban on 'Barbie' Film Sparks Controversy over Homosexuality

Lebanon's culture minister, backed by Hezbollah, is seeking to ban the film "Barbie" from cinemas, claiming it promotes homosexuality and contradicts religious values. The move comes amid a broader campaign against the LGBT community, with powerful religious leaders and the Christian far right joining forces. Lebanon, once seen as a safe haven for the LGBT community in the Middle East, has recently seen tensions rise over the issue. The film, starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, has already grossed over $1 billion worldwide.