ILGA Europe's 2026 Rainbow Map ranks LGBTQ+ rights across Europe and Central Asia, with Spain topping the list for the first time. However, activists warn of a concerning backlash against LGBTQ+ communities.

ILGA Europe has released its annual ranking of LGBTQ+ rights across Europe and Central Asia, with Spain taking the top spot for the first time. But behind the numbers, activists warn of a growing backlash against LGBTQ+.