Russia is on the verge of passing an expanded version of its notorious anti-LGBTQ bill that bans promotion of 'non-traditional sexual relations'

Russia's lower house of parliament unanimously approved a bill that expands and strengthens a ban on homosexuality.

The promotion of "non-traditional sexual relations" is not allowed under the new bill. People of all ages are now included in the law.

Films and advertisements that depict same-sex relationships could be banned. It is possible that websites may be blocked. Penalties are imposed for activities that promote pedophilia and gender-reassignment surgery.

Russian citizens found to have spread propaganda about "non-traditional sexual relations" could be fined up to 400,000 rubles. If foreigners break the law, they will be kicked out of the country.

The bill needs to be approved by the upper house of parliament before it can be signed into law.

The so-called "gay propaganda" law has been denounced by human-rights organizations. According to Human Rights Watch, the law caused an increase in hostility towards the Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual youth in Russia.

The European Court of Human Rights ruled in favor of discrimination.

The court said that the authorities reinforce stigma and prejudice and encourage homophobia by adopting such laws.