Legalise abortions in first trimester, German commission says

By admin April 16, 2024 No comment

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An expert commission appointed by the government in Germany has recommended legalizing abortion within the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. Currently, while abortions are technically illegal, exceptions exist for cases such as medical consultation beforehand, rape, or danger to the woman’s life. However, the ambiguous legal situation leads to challenges for both women

Germany faces genocide case over Israel weapon sales

By admin April 8, 2024 No comment

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Nicaragua has asked the UN’s highest court to halt German weapons sales to Israel at the start of a landmark case. Germany is accused of breaching the UN genocide convention by sending military hardware to Israel and ceasing funding of the UN’s aid agency. Berlin rejects the claims and will present a defence to the […]

Polls to open in Irish family and care referendums

By admin March 8, 2024 No comment

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On Friday, Irish voters will participate in two referendums concerning changes to the country’s constitution regarding family and care. One referendum asks whether to broaden the definition of family to include non-marital relationships. The other referendum seeks to remove language regarding the role of women in the home and replace it with gender-neutral language

France makes abortion a constitutional right

By admin March 5, 2024 No comment

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France recently made history by becoming the first country to explicitly include the right to abortion in its constitution. The move was celebrated with an overwhelming 780-72 vote in parliament, prompting a standing ovation. President Emmanuel Macron hailed it as a moment of “French pride” and a “universal message.” However, anti-abortion groups,

French Senate backs enshrining right to abortion in constitution

By admin February 29, 2024 No comment

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The French Senate has overwhelmingly approved a constitutional amendment to solidify women’s right to abortion, following a similar endorsement by the National Assembly. The vote, with 267 in favor and 50 against, reflects growing pressure to strengthen abortion rights amidst concerns over erosion in allied nations like the US and Poland. French President Emmanuel

Czech Republic MPs vote to tighten gun laws

By admin January 27, 2024 No comment

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The Czech Republic has passed an amendment to its gun legislation, following the recent mass shooting at Charles University. The amendment, proposed prior to the incident, still needs approval from the senate and the president and won’t be effective until 2026. Despite being considered insufficiently transformative, the amendment aims to address loopholes that

Russia: LGBT groups could be declared ‘extremist’ in court ruling

By admin November 30, 2023 No comment

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In Moscow, a traditional marriage ceremony showcasing customs from the far north of Russia is part of an exhibition promoting patriotism and “traditional values.” The weddings at the event adhere to the constitutional definition of marriage as a union between a man and a woman, emphasizing the absence of recognition for same-sex unions in Russia. […]