Russia, Cuba criticized for anti-gay records
LGBT activists mourn former South African president
Xavier Bettel is countryās first out head of government; pledges same-sex marriage
Igor Kochetkov had been scheduled to speak at human rights summit
Shimon Peres made comments during state visit to Mexico
LGBT activists criticize referendum
Concerns over Russia's gay rights record discussed
Putin trying to retain grip on power
Gay congressman said problem has ālong historyā in country
Parliamentarians approved measure in first of three votes