French MPs approve assisted-dying law with strict rules after years of argument
France's National Assembly has voted to legalize assisted dying for adults with incurable, terminal illnesses causing unbearable suffering. The bill now faces constitutional review before it can be enacted into law.
Why it matters
This legislative move marks a significant shift in French social policy and aligns the country with a growing number of European nations addressing end-of-life rights.
Image source, EPA Image caption, People hold signs reading 'I am not a reason to die' and 'Before a dignified death, I want to see a dignified life' during a protest against the assisted dying bill
The article balances the legislative progress with mentions of political opposition and public protest.
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