Russia Tightens Adoption Laws Amid Gender Transition Concerns

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a law banning the adoption of Russian children by citizens of countries where gender transitioning is legal. This move is part of a broader legislative effort to suppress sexual minorities and promote traditional values in Russia. The adoption ban affects at least 15 countries, including several in Europe, as well as Australia, Argentina, and Canada. Additionally, new laws have been enacted to penalize the promotion of remaining child-free, with fines up to 5 million rubles. These measures align with Putin's emphasis on traditional family values and his criticism of Western liberal ideologies.