Saudi Arabia reassures LGBTQ+ visitors ahead of 2034 World Cup

Saudi Arabia is attempting to reassure LGBTQ+ visitors ahead of hosting the 2034 World Cup, even though homosexuality remains criminalised and potentially punishable by death in the kingdom. The Gulf state has spent recent years softening its image under Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, allowing women to drive, reopening cinemas and welcoming non-Muslim tourists. US…