submitted 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago) by [M] to c/politics@lemmy.world
 

As of today (January 1, 2024), same-sex marriage is legal under Estonian law.

The new law means two consenting adults may enter into a marriage regardless of their gender.

Minister of Social Protection Signe Riisalo (Reform) said this move ends years of legal confusion and ensures a sense of security and equal rights for all residents of Estonia.

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Estonia became the first former Soviet republic to legalize gay marriage on Monday, opening marriage applications to same-sex couples with the new year. Applications are expected to take one to six months to process, with the first approvals expected by February 2. Estonia’s parliament voted to legalize gay marriage in June as an amendment to the country’s Family Law.

Alternate sources: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/jan/01/same-sex-couples-able-to-marry-in-estonia-from-new-years-day

https://www.rt.com/russia/590017-estonia-legalizes-gay-marriage/?

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[–] 28 points 2 years ago* (last edited 2 years ago) (1 child)
  • [–] 26 points 2 years ago (1 child)

    why did you cite RT of all things tho

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  • [–] 11 points 2 years ago

    This is a massive step forward for eastern Europe

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  • [–] 7 points 2 years ago

    A good move by Estonia.

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  • [–] 6 points 2 years ago

    When I first saw the headline I figured it was gonna be Estonia, I am pleased to be correct.

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  • [–] 5 points 2 years ago*

    I'll be honest, I'm surprised - I thought Estonia would have already had this in place! Among the Baltic countries they are superstars. (Among all countries, really.)

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  • [–] 2 points 2 years ago

    Link is already changed to suggestion in the comments.

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