Al-Marsad Newspaper – Agencies: Nasser Al-Khater, CEO of the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, sparked an interaction between activists on social media, after making statements about welcoming homosexuals to his country during the tournament.
In an interview with Sky News Sports on Thursday, the Executive Director of the World Cup in Qatar, Nasser Al-Khater, replied “Yes” to a question whether his country welcomes homosexuals.
The Qatari official stressed that no one will be exposed to anyone, in a message of reassurance to the LGBT community, following the insistence of the media, Rob Harris, on the issue of the protection of homosexuals and their rights to participate in the World Cup and to express themselves. publicly.
Al-Alamy then asked Al-Khater what his message is for those fans who might be concerned, saying, “Everyone is welcome and everyone will feel safe when they come to Qatar,” adding in response to a question if the Gay fans can hold hands in a public place, to respond by saying “Yes”.
Al-Khater confirmed that alcohol will be allowed in specific areas around the stadiums and Qatari authorities will also establish designated areas for drunk fans to rest until they resume their business.
