Concerns over Russia's gay rights record discussed
Putin trying to retain grip on power
Gay congressman said problem has ‘long history’ in country
Parliamentarians approved measure in first of three votes
'It's getting scarier each day'
Same-sex marriage supporter will face Evelyn Matthei in Dec. 15 run-off
Urge end to country's anti-gay crackdown
Thomas Roberts co-hosted event that took place in Moscow
Irish government said vote will take place in 2015
Decision comes in case of three Africans who sought refuge in the Netherlands