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Maksims Ringo and Janis Locs made history on Monday, becoming the first Latvian same-sex couple to register their partnership.

Video. First same-sex partnership officailly registratered in Latvia

Updated: 02/07/2024 - 8:29 GMT+2

Latvia formally passed the legislation last November, following a successful legal challenge by 46 same-sex couples seeking recognition as family units.

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