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Is Vladimir Putin homophobic?
Have there been any instances where Putin has been asked directly about his views on the LGBTQ+ community?
Yes, actually. In 2014, Putin was interviewed by a German journalist who asked him about his views on homosexuality. Putin stated that he wasn't against homosexuals, but that he believed that traditional heterosexual relationships should be promoted instead. This statement has been seen by some as a way for Putin to distance himself from homophobia, while still supporting policies that discriminate against LGBTQ+ people.