LGBT Rights
For more details on this topic, see LGBT rights in the United Arab Emirates.In keeping with traditional Islamic morality, both Federal and Emirate law prohibit homosexuality and cross-dressing with punishment ranging from long prison sentences, deportation, for foreigners, and the death penalty. No nightclub exists for LGBT explicitly, but spots exist in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. No political organization is allowed to advocate for LGBT rights.
Read more about this topic: Human Rights In Dubai
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