Thousands Protest in Warsaw Against Liberalization of Abortion Laws
Demonstrators in Poland march to oppose government proposals allowing abortion until the 12th week, amid ongoing legislative debates.
- Thousands of anti-abortion demonstrators marched in Warsaw, Poland, protesting the liberal government's plans to allow abortions up to the 12th week.
- The march was supported by Poland's Catholic Church, emphasizing the day as one of prayer for 'conceived life'.
- Recent legislative moves aim to relax the country's strict abortion laws, which currently permit abortion only in cases of rape, incest, or serious health risks.
- President Andrzej Duda is expected to reject the proposed changes, despite parliamentary approval for further consideration.
- Proposals under debate include decriminalizing assistance in abortion and allowing termination in cases of fetal defects.