Latest items for ABO-LAW-1
Nov. 20, 2025, 6:37 p.m.
Countries: Palestine
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"So when it comes to abortion, East Jerusalem operates under Israeli law, which means that women must go before committees to have their requests for abortion approved. [After the Dobbs decision in the U.S., Israeli regulations were changed so that committees can approve these applications digitally rather than in person.] There are some conditions for this, but really the vast majority of requests are approved. And with that approval, women are sometimes able to have the abortion covered by medical insurance...In the West Bank, abortion is illegal" (5-6).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"So when it comes to abortion, East Jerusalem operates under Israeli law, which means that women must go before committees to have their requests for abortion approved. [After the Dobbs decision in the U.S., Israeli regulations were changed so that committees can approve these applications digitally rather than in person.] There are some conditions for this, but really the vast majority of requests are approved. And with that approval, women are sometimes able to have the abortion covered by medical insurance...In the West Bank, abortion is illegal" (5-6).
Nov. 20, 2025, 6:33 p.m.
Countries: Palestine
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Previous to October 2023, abortion was illegal in Palestine unless the pregnant person’s life was at risk, and there were no government services offering support for the termination of pregnancies. However, there were United Nations and governmental clinics in the Gaza Strip that offered sexual and reproductive services and abortions were accessed in practice through private clinics, Israeli clinics, or through self-managed abortions" (5).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Previous to October 2023, abortion was illegal in Palestine unless the pregnant person’s life was at risk, and there were no government services offering support for the termination of pregnancies. However, there were United Nations and governmental clinics in the Gaza Strip that offered sexual and reproductive services and abortions were accessed in practice through private clinics, Israeli clinics, or through self-managed abortions" (5).
Nov. 20, 2025, 6:29 p.m.
Countries: Jamaica
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"To date, abortion law reform in Jamaica remains pending, with the procurement of an abortion remaining mostly criminalized. Currently, there is renewed advocacy to put abortion on Cabinet’s agenda, as well as, the administration of a conscience vote to resolve the issue of legalising abortion in Jamaica" (2).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"To date, abortion law reform in Jamaica remains pending, with the procurement of an abortion remaining mostly criminalized. Currently, there is renewed advocacy to put abortion on Cabinet’s agenda, as well as, the administration of a conscience vote to resolve the issue of legalising abortion in Jamaica" (2).
Nov. 20, 2025, 6:24 p.m.
Countries: Jamaica
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"The Committee notes with concern, however, that: (a)Abortion remains criminalized in the State party; ... the Committee recommends that the State party: (a) Legalize abortion at least in cases of rape, incest, threats to the life or health of the pregnant woman and severe foetal impairment and decriminalize it in all other cases" (6).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"The Committee notes with concern, however, that: (a)Abortion remains criminalized in the State party; ... the Committee recommends that the State party: (a) Legalize abortion at least in cases of rape, incest, threats to the life or health of the pregnant woman and severe foetal impairment and decriminalize it in all other cases" (6).
Nov. 20, 2025, 6:20 p.m.
Countries: Ethiopia
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Article 551 of the penal code of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia allows termination of pregnancy under the following conditions: 1. Termination of pregnancy by a recognized medical institution within the period permitted by the profession is not punishable where: a. The pregnancy is a result of rape or incest; or b. The continuation of the pregnancy endangers the life of the mother or the child or the health of the mother or where the birth of the child a risk to the life or health of the mother; or c. The fetus has an incurable and serious deformity ; or d. The pregnant woman, owing to a physical...more
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Article 551 of the penal code of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia allows termination of pregnancy under the following conditions: 1. Termination of pregnancy by a recognized medical institution within the period permitted by the profession is not punishable where: a. The pregnancy is a result of rape or incest; or b. The continuation of the pregnancy endangers the life of the mother or the child or the health of the mother or where the birth of the child a risk to the life or health of the mother; or c. The fetus has an incurable and serious deformity ; or d. The pregnant woman, owing to a physical...more
Nov. 20, 2025, 6:15 p.m.
Countries: Estonia
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"The Termination of Pregnancy and Sterilisation Act of Estonia allows the termination of pregnancy at the woman’s request up to the 12th week of pregnancy. Before the termination of pregnancy, the health care professional must explain to the woman who wishes to terminate her pregnancy, the biological and medical nature of termination of pregnancy and the involved risks, including the potential complications" (para 8).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"The Termination of Pregnancy and Sterilisation Act of Estonia allows the termination of pregnancy at the woman’s request up to the 12th week of pregnancy. Before the termination of pregnancy, the health care professional must explain to the woman who wishes to terminate her pregnancy, the biological and medical nature of termination of pregnancy and the involved risks, including the potential complications" (para 8).
Nov. 20, 2025, 6:11 p.m.
Countries: Estonia
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"A pregnancy can only be terminated with the woman’s consent if the pregnancy has lasted less than 12 weeks (that is, up to 11 weeks and 6 days). A pregnancy lasting up to 21 weeks and 6 days can be terminated for medical reasons. These reasons could arise when: the pregnancy threatens the woman’s health; the foetus has a severe mental or physical health disorder; the woman’s illness prevents the development of the embryo; the woman is under 15 years old or over 45 years old" (para 3).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"A pregnancy can only be terminated with the woman’s consent if the pregnancy has lasted less than 12 weeks (that is, up to 11 weeks and 6 days). A pregnancy lasting up to 21 weeks and 6 days can be terminated for medical reasons. These reasons could arise when: the pregnancy threatens the woman’s health; the foetus has a severe mental or physical health disorder; the woman’s illness prevents the development of the embryo; the woman is under 15 years old or over 45 years old" (para 3).
Nov. 20, 2025, 6:07 p.m.
Countries: Denmark
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"On May 3, 2024, the Interior Ministry announced that the Danish government reached a political agreement with the leaders of opposition parties to extend the right to free abortion (fri abort), that is, abortion on request, to 18 weeks of pregnancy from the current 12 weeks. Under the agreement, legislation will be introduced during 2024-2025 to amend the Health Act (Sundhedsloven), which will come into force June 1, 2025. Under current law, while abortions in Denmark are available and part of the public health service up to week 22 of gestation, between 12 and 22 weeks, abortions require prior consultation and approval from one of five regional boards (regionale abortsamråd)....more
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"On May 3, 2024, the Interior Ministry announced that the Danish government reached a political agreement with the leaders of opposition parties to extend the right to free abortion (fri abort), that is, abortion on request, to 18 weeks of pregnancy from the current 12 weeks. Under the agreement, legislation will be introduced during 2024-2025 to amend the Health Act (Sundhedsloven), which will come into force June 1, 2025. Under current law, while abortions in Denmark are available and part of the public health service up to week 22 of gestation, between 12 and 22 weeks, abortions require prior consultation and approval from one of five regional boards (regionale abortsamråd)....more
Nov. 20, 2025, 6:03 p.m.
Countries: Denmark
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"In 1973, Denmark became the first country in the Western world to adopt a statutory right of access to on-demand, free-of-charge abortion. This change meant that abortion was instituted as a right for all women with no requirement for a reason to be given. This landmark right was, however, only extended for the first trimester. Now, nearly 50 years later, the rules are by and large the same, meaning that second- and third-trimester abortions require reason-giving and permission" (1).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"In 1973, Denmark became the first country in the Western world to adopt a statutory right of access to on-demand, free-of-charge abortion. This change meant that abortion was instituted as a right for all women with no requirement for a reason to be given. This landmark right was, however, only extended for the first trimester. Now, nearly 50 years later, the rules are by and large the same, meaning that second- and third-trimester abortions require reason-giving and permission" (1).
Nov. 20, 2025, 5:57 p.m.
Countries: Bahrain
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"ny doctor may not prescribe a medicine with the intention of aborting a pregnant woman, or performing abortion operation unless, the continuation of the pregnancy is threatening the life of the pregnant woman. Provided that, this shall be decided by three consultant doctors authorized to practice in Bahrain. In this case, the abortion operation must be performed, or a medicine shall be prescribed with the intention of abortion in a government or an authorized private hospital by a Gynecologist and after the approval of the person in charge of the pregnant woman" (6).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"ny doctor may not prescribe a medicine with the intention of aborting a pregnant woman, or performing abortion operation unless, the continuation of the pregnancy is threatening the life of the pregnant woman. Provided that, this shall be decided by three consultant doctors authorized to practice in Bahrain. In this case, the abortion operation must be performed, or a medicine shall be prescribed with the intention of abortion in a government or an authorized private hospital by a Gynecologist and after the approval of the person in charge of the pregnant woman" (6).
Nov. 20, 2025, 5:52 p.m.
Countries: Bahrain
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Women’s reproductive autonomy can be restricted by laws that prohibit the access to safe and legal abortion under essential circumstances (in cases of rape, incest, threats to the life or health of the pregnant woman and severe foetal impairment).Evidence shows that the share of unsafe abortions is higher in countries with restrictive abortion laws. Unsafe abortions are a leading but preventable cause of maternal mortality and millions of girls and women are hospitalised every year following complications of unsafe abortion procedures. Article 321 and 322 of the Penal Code, as amended, criminalise abortion under any circumstances. However, Article 18 of the law on the practice of medical and dental professions...more
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Women’s reproductive autonomy can be restricted by laws that prohibit the access to safe and legal abortion under essential circumstances (in cases of rape, incest, threats to the life or health of the pregnant woman and severe foetal impairment).Evidence shows that the share of unsafe abortions is higher in countries with restrictive abortion laws. Unsafe abortions are a leading but preventable cause of maternal mortality and millions of girls and women are hospitalised every year following complications of unsafe abortion procedures. Article 321 and 322 of the Penal Code, as amended, criminalise abortion under any circumstances. However, Article 18 of the law on the practice of medical and dental professions...more
Nov. 19, 2025, 11:23 a.m.
Countries: Ethiopia
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
According to Article 551 of Ethiopia's Second Trimester Abortion Care Training Manual, abortion in Ethiopia is illegal except in cases of rape or incest, threat to the life or health of mother, threat to the life or health of child, fetal deformity, and mothers being mentally or phyiscally unfit to raise a child (27).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
According to Article 551 of Ethiopia's Second Trimester Abortion Care Training Manual, abortion in Ethiopia is illegal except in cases of rape or incest, threat to the life or health of mother, threat to the life or health of child, fetal deformity, and mothers being mentally or phyiscally unfit to raise a child (27).
Nov. 17, 2025, 8:25 a.m.
Countries: Congo
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"The Committee also remains concerned about the following:... The fact that HIV/AIDS is the leading cause of death among women, with a mortality rate nearly twice as high as men, and that complications from premature births and clandestine abortions are also significant causes of death among women... The Committee calls upon the State Party... To legalize abortion, at least in cases of rape, incest, severe fetal impairment and risk to the health or life of the pregnant woman, and decriminalize abortion in all other cases, in recognition that the criminalization of abortion is a form of gender-based violence against women, in line with the Committee’s general recommendation No. 35 (2017)...more
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"The Committee also remains concerned about the following:... The fact that HIV/AIDS is the leading cause of death among women, with a mortality rate nearly twice as high as men, and that complications from premature births and clandestine abortions are also significant causes of death among women... The Committee calls upon the State Party... To legalize abortion, at least in cases of rape, incest, severe fetal impairment and risk to the health or life of the pregnant woman, and decriminalize abortion in all other cases, in recognition that the criminalization of abortion is a form of gender-based violence against women, in line with the Committee’s general recommendation No. 35 (2017)...more
Nov. 17, 2025, 8:20 a.m.
Countries: Congo
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"140.45 (b). Abortion is prohibited under Congolese law. A training programme in post-abortion care exists for health-care providers. The programme is also integrated into school curricula, including sexual and reproductive rights" (9).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"140.45 (b). Abortion is prohibited under Congolese law. A training programme in post-abortion care exists for health-care providers. The programme is also integrated into school curricula, including sexual and reproductive rights" (9).
Nov. 17, 2025, 8:11 a.m.
Countries: Brunei
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Miscarriage of pregnancy. 161. (1) Any person who voluntarily causes the miscarriage of the pregnancy of a women is guilty of an offence and shall be liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding $12,000, imprisonment for a term not exceeding 3 years or both. (2) For the purposes of this section and sections 162, 163, 164, “pregnancy” means something in the womb of a pregnant woman that has not developed into a foetus. Attempt to cause miscarriage of pregnancy. 162. Any person who attempts to commit or attempts to cause the commission of the offence of miscarriage of pregnancy is guilty of an offence and shall be liable on...more
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Miscarriage of pregnancy. 161. (1) Any person who voluntarily causes the miscarriage of the pregnancy of a women is guilty of an offence and shall be liable on conviction to a fine not exceeding $12,000, imprisonment for a term not exceeding 3 years or both. (2) For the purposes of this section and sections 162, 163, 164, “pregnancy” means something in the womb of a pregnant woman that has not developed into a foetus. Attempt to cause miscarriage of pregnancy. 162. Any person who attempts to commit or attempts to cause the commission of the offence of miscarriage of pregnancy is guilty of an offence and shall be liable on...more
Nov. 17, 2025, 7:57 a.m.
Countries: Angola
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"[A]bortion [is criminalized] in certain cases, subjecting both the woman having an abortion and any person assisting her to criminal liability[.] [There exist[ barriers to access to abortion in the limited cases in which abortion is not criminalized, such as that of the pregnancy gravely endangering the pregnant woman’s physical or psychological integrity or life, the fetus being certified to be non-viable and the pregnancy resulting from rape or incest" (12).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"[A]bortion [is criminalized] in certain cases, subjecting both the woman having an abortion and any person assisting her to criminal liability[.] [There exist[ barriers to access to abortion in the limited cases in which abortion is not criminalized, such as that of the pregnancy gravely endangering the pregnant woman’s physical or psychological integrity or life, the fetus being certified to be non-viable and the pregnancy resulting from rape or incest" (12).
Nov. 17, 2025, 7:50 a.m.
Countries: Armenia
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"At present, according to Armenian law, induced abortions are permitted only in the first trimester of the pregnancy, a 12-week period (GoA 2004). In the case of medical or social indications, induced abortions may be done up to 22 weeks of gestation" (p. 4).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"At present, according to Armenian law, induced abortions are permitted only in the first trimester of the pregnancy, a 12-week period (GoA 2004). In the case of medical or social indications, induced abortions may be done up to 22 weeks of gestation" (p. 4).
Nov. 15, 2025, 11:08 a.m.
Countries: Greece
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"As of 1986, abortions in Greece became fully legalized when Greece’s abortion law “1609/1986” was passed, permitting on-demand abortions – including those that fall under broad economic and social reasons – to be performed for women who are still in their first trimester of pregnancy (not exceeding 12 weeks). There are, however, certain circumstances in which a pregnant woman may be permitted a termination of pregnancy after her first trimester" (para 1). "There are a certain set of mandates that Greece’s abortion law “1609” stipulates, primarily that: A pregnant woman must be informed of her choices prior to an abortion, including her civil right to mother and child protection by...more
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"As of 1986, abortions in Greece became fully legalized when Greece’s abortion law “1609/1986” was passed, permitting on-demand abortions – including those that fall under broad economic and social reasons – to be performed for women who are still in their first trimester of pregnancy (not exceeding 12 weeks). There are, however, certain circumstances in which a pregnant woman may be permitted a termination of pregnancy after her first trimester" (para 1). "There are a certain set of mandates that Greece’s abortion law “1609” stipulates, primarily that: A pregnant woman must be informed of her choices prior to an abortion, including her civil right to mother and child protection by...more
Nov. 15, 2025, 10:57 a.m.
Countries: Germany
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"The Federal Ministry for Family Affairs, Senior Citizens, Women and Youth explains on its website: 'In Germany, abortion is generally a criminal offense for all parties involved in accordance with Section 218 of the German Criminal Code (StGB)' 1. The legal text officially states: Anyone who terminates a pregnancy is liable to a custodial sentence of up to three years or a fine" (para 1-2). "There are basically three legal exceptions where abortion is possible without penalty: Abortion after counselling, abortion for medical necessity, [and] abortion for criminological indication" (para 5-8). "For an abortion according to the counselling regulations, the pregnant person is required to visit a state-recognised pregnancy counselling...more
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"The Federal Ministry for Family Affairs, Senior Citizens, Women and Youth explains on its website: 'In Germany, abortion is generally a criminal offense for all parties involved in accordance with Section 218 of the German Criminal Code (StGB)' 1. The legal text officially states: Anyone who terminates a pregnancy is liable to a custodial sentence of up to three years or a fine" (para 1-2). "There are basically three legal exceptions where abortion is possible without penalty: Abortion after counselling, abortion for medical necessity, [and] abortion for criminological indication" (para 5-8). "For an abortion according to the counselling regulations, the pregnant person is required to visit a state-recognised pregnancy counselling...more
Nov. 15, 2025, 9:42 a.m.
Countries: Czech Republic
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Although abortion is legal in the Czech Republic, it is not accessible to everyone. Half of Czech hospitals would not provide the procedure to citizens of other EU Member States, according to a new survey. People living with disabilities or low incomes also face obstacles, says Rafał Szwajkowski of the A.S.A.P. (Abortion Support Alliance Prague) collective" (para 1). "People from outside the European Union who don’t have permanent residence in the EU have no access to abortion at all in Czechia" (para 3).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Although abortion is legal in the Czech Republic, it is not accessible to everyone. Half of Czech hospitals would not provide the procedure to citizens of other EU Member States, according to a new survey. People living with disabilities or low incomes also face obstacles, says Rafał Szwajkowski of the A.S.A.P. (Abortion Support Alliance Prague) collective" (para 1). "People from outside the European Union who don’t have permanent residence in the EU have no access to abortion at all in Czechia" (para 3).
Nov. 15, 2025, 9:31 a.m.
Countries: Bulgaria
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"In Bulgaria, abortion at will was legalized in 1956, and the conditions under which it was permitted have undergone a number of changes over the years. Nowadays, abortion at will is regulated by Ordinance No. 2 of 01.02.1990, and the latest amendments and supplements to the ordinance were published in the State Gazette of 31.10.2000 (para 2). "According to Bulgarian legislation, voluntary termination of pregnancy is possible up to 12 weeks of gestation from the first day of the last regular menstruation (3 months). It is a medical intervention that is not financed by the National Health Insurance Fund, but is paid by the patient at a rate announced by...more
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"In Bulgaria, abortion at will was legalized in 1956, and the conditions under which it was permitted have undergone a number of changes over the years. Nowadays, abortion at will is regulated by Ordinance No. 2 of 01.02.1990, and the latest amendments and supplements to the ordinance were published in the State Gazette of 31.10.2000 (para 2). "According to Bulgarian legislation, voluntary termination of pregnancy is possible up to 12 weeks of gestation from the first day of the last regular menstruation (3 months). It is a medical intervention that is not financed by the National Health Insurance Fund, but is paid by the patient at a rate announced by...more
Nov. 15, 2025, 8:53 a.m.
Countries: Austria
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"In January 1975, the time-limit regulation came into effect, marking a milestone in women's policy, initiated by Professor Johanna Dohnal. This regulation is such an important achievement because it guarantees women's right to self-determination over their bodies and enshrines the decriminalization of abortion in the Austrian Penal Code" (para 1). "(1) The act is not punishable under Section 96, 1. if the abortion is performed by a doctor within the first three months of pregnancy after prior medical consultation; or 2. if the abortion is necessary to avert a serious danger to the life or serious harm to the physical or mental health of the pregnant woman that cannot be...more
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"In January 1975, the time-limit regulation came into effect, marking a milestone in women's policy, initiated by Professor Johanna Dohnal. This regulation is such an important achievement because it guarantees women's right to self-determination over their bodies and enshrines the decriminalization of abortion in the Austrian Penal Code" (para 1). "(1) The act is not punishable under Section 96, 1. if the abortion is performed by a doctor within the first three months of pregnancy after prior medical consultation; or 2. if the abortion is necessary to avert a serious danger to the life or serious harm to the physical or mental health of the pregnant woman that cannot be...more
Nov. 14, 2025, 11:18 p.m.
Countries: Argentina
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Social Welfare Organizations and Prepaid Medical Companies that are part of the National Health Insurance System must guarantee, starting January 24, 2021, the provision of services incorporating comprehensive and free coverage for the voluntary termination of pregnancy provided for in this law, in all the forms recommended by the World Health Organization" (para 1). "The law guarantees: The right to decide and access voluntary termination of pregnancy up to and including the 14th week of the gestational process. The right to decide and access voluntary termination of pregnancy from week 15 of the gestational process in the following situations: If the pregnancy is the result of rape, the pregnant person...more
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Social Welfare Organizations and Prepaid Medical Companies that are part of the National Health Insurance System must guarantee, starting January 24, 2021, the provision of services incorporating comprehensive and free coverage for the voluntary termination of pregnancy provided for in this law, in all the forms recommended by the World Health Organization" (para 1). "The law guarantees: The right to decide and access voluntary termination of pregnancy up to and including the 14th week of the gestational process. The right to decide and access voluntary termination of pregnancy from week 15 of the gestational process in the following situations: If the pregnancy is the result of rape, the pregnant person...more
Nov. 14, 2025, 1:44 p.m.
Countries: Italy
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Under the 1978 law, Italy allows abortion on request in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy, or later if a woman’s health or life is in danger. It provides for publicly funded counseling centers to advise pregnant women of their rights and services offered if they want to terminate the pregnancies. But easy access to abortion isn’t always guaranteed. The law allows health care personnel to register as conscientious objectors and refuse to perform abortions, and many have — meaning women sometimes have to travel far to have the procedure" (para 6-7).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Under the 1978 law, Italy allows abortion on request in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy, or later if a woman’s health or life is in danger. It provides for publicly funded counseling centers to advise pregnant women of their rights and services offered if they want to terminate the pregnancies. But easy access to abortion isn’t always guaranteed. The law allows health care personnel to register as conscientious objectors and refuse to perform abortions, and many have — meaning women sometimes have to travel far to have the procedure" (para 6-7).
Nov. 14, 2025, 1:32 p.m.
Countries: New Zealand
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"A qualified health practitioner may provide abortion services to a woman who is not more than 20 weeks pregnant. A qualified health practitioner may only provide abortion services to a woman who is more than 20 weeks pregnant if the health practitioner reasonably believes that the abortion is clinically appropriate in the circumstances. In considering whether the abortion is clinically appropriate in the circumstances, the qualified health practitioner must consult at least 1 other qualified health practitioner; and have regard to all relevant legal, professional, and ethical standards to which the qualified health practitioner is subject; and the woman’s physical health; and mental health; and overall well-being; and the gestational...more
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"A qualified health practitioner may provide abortion services to a woman who is not more than 20 weeks pregnant. A qualified health practitioner may only provide abortion services to a woman who is more than 20 weeks pregnant if the health practitioner reasonably believes that the abortion is clinically appropriate in the circumstances. In considering whether the abortion is clinically appropriate in the circumstances, the qualified health practitioner must consult at least 1 other qualified health practitioner; and have regard to all relevant legal, professional, and ethical standards to which the qualified health practitioner is subject; and the woman’s physical health; and mental health; and overall well-being; and the gestational...more
Nov. 14, 2025, 1:15 p.m.
Countries: Syria
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Induced abortion is restricted by the Syrian Penal Code and is limited to situations in which a medical specialist orders the procedure to prevent the mother’s death" (para 2).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Induced abortion is restricted by the Syrian Penal Code and is limited to situations in which a medical specialist orders the procedure to prevent the mother’s death" (para 2).
Nov. 14, 2025, 12:57 p.m.
Countries: United Arab Emirates
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"The Committee notes with concern that abortion is not legal, except in cases in which there is a threat to the life of the pregnant woman or where the fetus is shown to have a severe and incurable abnormality, and that doctors have wide discretion to refuse to carry out abortive procedures in these cases. It is also concerned that women undergoing an abortion face criminal penalties, including in cases of rape and consanguinity. The Committee further notes with concern that women who seek hospital treatment for miscarriages face criminalization when hospital staff suspect that they have attempted to access abortion services, especially in circumstances where pregnancies occur outside of...more
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"The Committee notes with concern that abortion is not legal, except in cases in which there is a threat to the life of the pregnant woman or where the fetus is shown to have a severe and incurable abnormality, and that doctors have wide discretion to refuse to carry out abortive procedures in these cases. It is also concerned that women undergoing an abortion face criminal penalties, including in cases of rape and consanguinity. The Committee further notes with concern that women who seek hospital treatment for miscarriages face criminalization when hospital staff suspect that they have attempted to access abortion services, especially in circumstances where pregnancies occur outside of...more
Nov. 13, 2025, 10:04 p.m.
Countries: Maldives
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Abortion is illegal except to save the woman's life, and women can face imprisonment" (Para 16).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Abortion is illegal except to save the woman's life, and women can face imprisonment" (Para 16).
Nov. 13, 2025, 10:04 p.m.
Countries: Mauritania
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Abortion is illegal except to save the woman's life, and women who undergo abortions can be imprisoned" (Para 18).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Abortion is illegal except to save the woman's life, and women who undergo abortions can be imprisoned" (Para 18).
Nov. 13, 2025, 10:04 p.m.
Countries: Malta
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Abortion is completely illegal, and women who undergo abortions, as well as healthcare providers, can face significant prison sentences" (Para 17).
Variables: ABO-LAW-1
"Abortion is completely illegal, and women who undergo abortions, as well as healthcare providers, can face significant prison sentences" (Para 17).