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LGBTQ+ Safety — Israel
What travelers need to know about lgbtq+ safety in Israel. What is legal at home can be a serious crime here — each rule links to its official source.
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There are no legal restrictions on same-sex sexual relations or LGBTQ events in Israel, which has anti-discrimination protections; note the West Bank and Gaza operate under laws that prohibit same-sex activity.
§ US State Dept — Israel, the West Bank and GazaVerified Jul 13, 2026
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