Amazon has restricted search results related to Queer people and issues on its website in the United Arab Emirates
Same-sex relations are illegal in the UAE and Amazon took action after coming under pressure from authorities.
According to the New York times, The company made the decision to restrict the searches after being threatened with penalties by the UAE government.
Expressing support for LGBTQ+ rights could also be deemed an offence in the Gulf state, sparking global outrage as Pride month, which is dedicated to celebrating Queer people around the world, comes to a close.
Amazon says as a company, it remains committed to diversity and inclusion.
