The Independent

Barcelona warn LGBTQ+ fans they could face ‘severe penalties’ in Saudi Arabia

Source: AFP via Getty Images

Barcelona have warned their LGBTQ+ fans they could face “severe punishment” in Saudi Arabia should they engage in any acts of a sexual nature in the Gulf country this week.

Barcelona are in, and thousands of fans have travelled for the three-match tournament. on Thursday night, and Barca play Osasuna in the other semi-final before the Sunday’s final.

You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.

More from The Independent

The Independent2 min read
Harry To Celebrate Invictus Games Anniversary With St Paul’s Cathedral Service
The Duke of Sussex will celebrate the 10th anniversary of his Invictus Games with a service of thanksgiving at St Paul’s Cathedral. Harry has travelled to the UK to commemorate the milestone with members of the Invictus Games family and mark the deca
The Independent3 min readCrime & Violence
Elon Musk Joins Controversy Over New Canadian Bill That Would Let Citizens Seek Damages For Online Hate Speech
Elon Musk has waded into the debate about a new Canadian hate speech bill that would allow citizens to seek financial compensation from anyone who posts "discriminatory" content online. The new Online Harms Bill, unveiled in February by Canada's ruli
The Independent2 min read
Panera To Stop Serving 'Charged Sips' Drinks After Wrongful Death Lawsuits Over Caffeine Content
Panera Bread said it's discontinuing its Charged Sips drinks that were tied to at least two wrongful death lawsuits due to their high caffeine content. Panera didn't say Tuesday whether the drinks were being discontinued because of the lawsuits or he

Related Books & Audiobooks