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 suffering from incurable, terminal illnesses. The bill, which requires strict verification and patient-led administration, now faces further constitutional review.
Why it matters
This marks a significant shift in French social policy, aligning the nation with other European countries that have decriminalized assisted dying.
Image source, AFP via Getty Images Image caption, Polls suggest support for a change to the law, but there is considerable opposition politically - with some, as pictured here, saying it positions those eligible as a "burden"
The article provides a factual account of the legislative process, including both the vote count and the concerns raised by opponents.
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