Few things stir as many controversial debates as women’s rights to their own bodies when it comes to abortion. From enshrined rights in the constitution to near total bans, the EU mirrors these divisions.

by enr with AFP, Agerpres, ANSA, BTA, dpa, EFE, Europa Press, FENA, HINA, PAP, STA
21.Oct 2025

Abortion legislation across the European Union is highly diverse, ranging from some of the world’s most liberal frameworks to some of the most strict. According to the Center for Reproductive Rights (CRR) advocacy group, only 34 percent of women of reproductive age live in countries (77) where abortion is available to them. It says backstreet abortions lead to 39,000 deaths per year.

The European Parliament has called for abortion rights to be included in the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights, but this remains under debate and would require unanimous agreement.

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