Gay rights activists march with model of Vladimir Putin
Gay rights activists have marched through St. Petersburg carrying a banner saying "Love is stronger than war!". They were led through the May Day rally by an activist wearing a caricature model depicting President Vladimir Putin.
Russians celebrate the coming of Spring on Labour Day, May 1.
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