The European court's hidden but hopeful message on same-sex marriage

Last week, the European court of human rights ruled unanimously that there was no obligation on states to recognise same-sex marriage. At least, not yet. Because hidden within the ruling are two significant findings that make it almost certain that one day the court will rule in favour of a right to have same-sex relationships - including marriages - recognised in law. read more

© Human Rights Watch - mardi 29 juin 2010