UK Foreign Secretary directs gay fans: ‘Show respect in Qatar’

Britain had hardly had a new government before Foreign Secretary James Cleverly got into trouble. Cleverly said Qatar was willing to make concessions to allow people who would normally be persecuted to attend the World Cup, and that fans visiting Qatar should show respect.

– Please, be respectful of the host country. They are trying to make sure that people can be themselves and enjoy football, and I think with a little flexibility and compromise on both sides, it can be a safe and exciting World Cup, he says. Watchman.

Sport should be open to all.

Labour’s political statement made Lucy Powell, Shadow Secretary for Culture and Sports, see red.

The tone struck me with deafness, and continued:

Sports should be open to all. Many fans will feel unable to attend the tournament and support their team due to Qatar’s record on human, labor and LGBT rights. The government should pressure FIFA on how to place fans in this seat, ensure the safety of all fans, and not stand up for discriminatory values.

On Tuesday, well-known British activist Peter Tatchell claimed he was arrested in Qatar during a demonstration for LGBT rights. James Cleverly told LBC Radio that he had not spoken to the Qatari government about the case, but understood that Tatchell had been questioned and that he was supported by the British diplomatic mission.

He also said he intended to visit the World Cup if his schedule allowed, and criticized Labor leader Keir Starmer for refusing to do so due to Qatar’s record on human rights issues.

Read also: LGBTI activist arrested in Qatar

Read also: The Emir of Qatar’s criticism of the country: slander

Read also: FIFA: Three guest workers died during the construction of the World Cup

Read also: Testimony: LGBT people in Qatar are being mistreated