Ukrainian President Zelensky to Sign Same-Sex Marriage Bill

New legislation would make Ukraine one of the few countries in Eastern Europe to legalize same-sex marriage.

The bill was passed by the Ukrainian parliament on Tuesday, July 19, 2023, by a vote of 260-80. President Zelensky has said he will sign the bill into law, which would make Ukraine one of the few countries in Eastern Europe to legalize same-sex marriage.

The bill would allow same-sex couples to marry and adopt children. It would also give them the same rights and responsibilities as heterosexual couples.

The bill has been praised by LGBTQ+ rights groups, who say it is a major step forward for equality in Ukraine.

However, the bill has also been criticized by some religious groups, who say it goes against traditional values.

The bill is expected to be signed into law within the next few weeks.

If signed, the law would make Ukraine the first country in Eastern Europe to legalize same-sex marriage.

The move comes as part of a broader effort by the Ukrainian government to improve the rights of LGBTQ+ people.

In recent years, Ukraine has passed a number of laws to protect LGBTQ+ people from discrimination.

The new law would be a significant step forward for LGBTQ+ rights in Ukraine.