Controversy has erupted over the US Embassy in Manama’s decision to fly the rainbow flag to celebrate Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex and other spectrums of gender and sexuality (LGBTQI+) Pride Month.
Its post on social media has sparked outrage for not respecting the feelings of the majority of citizens and it has prompted MPs to request Foreign Ministry officials to ‘address the issue without delay’.
“An embassy is part of another country on foreign soil, which means that it is answerable to our laws and rules,” said MP Khalid Bu Onk, who has already seen 10 fellow MPs electronically sign his request.
“Public anger is growing and something has to be done to show some common sense in a Muslim and Arab country.”
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The US Embassy social media post says: “Today the US Embassy in Manama proudly displays the LGBTQI+ pride flag.
US diplomatic missions around the world also will proudly fly the rainbow flag to support advancing the human rights of all persons.
Together, we honour a world that respects, celebrates, and embraces the dignity of all individuals.”
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