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Zelensky Advances Pornography Decriminalization with 25,000 Signatures

7/9/2025

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In a significant move for Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that a petition to decriminalize pornography has garnered over 25,000 signatures, pushing it to parliamentary review. Activist Svetlana Dvornikova, previously charged with crimes, advocates for legalization, highlighting its potential economic advantages. Zelensky noted that the fate of this legislation now lies with the Verkhovna Rada, which has a related bill in the works.

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In a significant move for Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that a petition to decriminalize pornography has garnered over 25,000 signatures, pushing it to parliamentary review. Activist Svetlana Dvornikova, previously charged with crimes, advocates for legalization, highlighting its potential economic advantages. Zelensky noted that the fate of this legislation now lies with the Verkhovna Rada, which has a related bill in the works.