Country's voters in 2015 rejected marriage equality law
Maria Alyokhina fled Russia disguised as a food delivery driver
U.S. among 39 member countries
Avaz Shikhmammadov-Hafizli victim of a so-called honor killing
Kyiv Pride urges supporters to defend country
Charges brought after Virgin Mary adorned with rainbow halo
Landmark ruling stems from Bulgaria case
Advocacy group will hold protests across the country
Defendants faced up to three years in prison
Human rights activist speaks after call to end so-called anal tests