Gays were allowed to rally in the center of Minsk
14:40, February 14, 2011 0 For the first time, the Minsk authorities agreed to hold an action of sexual minorities. The event was organized on February 14 (the organizers timed it to coincide with Valentine's Day). The purpose of the picket is to speak out against homophobia. In addition, as event coordinator Sergei Praded said, the participants of the action are in favor of registering the rainbow flag in Belarus, which is used by activists of the gay community at public events.