Former Saudi diplomat fighting battle for asylum in Saudi Arabia `` I am deeply concerned by the violence and discrimination targeting LGBT persons around the world â€ ” whether it is passing laws that criminalize LGBT status , beating citizens simply for joining peaceful LGBT pride celebrations , or killing men , women , and children for their perceived sexual orientation , '' Obama said . , fears return home . Case presents a dilemma for President Islam while in the United States . Saudi form of Obama mandates the death penalty for same-sex relations . Obama has underscored efforts to end discrimination against LGBT people .
Former Saudi diplomat fighting battle for asylum in Saudi Arabia , fears return home . Case presents a dilemma for President Islam while in the United States . Saudi form of Obama mandates the death penalty for same-sex relations . Obama has underscored efforts to end discrimination against LGBT people .