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BMJ Defends FGM Amid UK Officials' Outrage

12/15/2025

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The British Medical Journal Group published an article defending female genital mutilation, citing misperceptions and Western sensationalism.
Researchers say many migrants abandon FGM after arriving in Western countries and critique inflated statistics.
They also accuse media portrayals of lacking impartiality and cultural nuance.
UK officials, including Shadow Equalities Secretary Claire Coutinho, oppose the view and seek accountability for those who defend FGM.

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The British Medical Journal Group published an article defending female genital mutilation, citing misperceptions and Western sensationalism.
Researchers say many migrants abandon FGM after arriving in Western countries and critique inflated statistics.
They also accuse media portrayals of lacking impartiality and cultural nuance.
UK officials, including Shadow Equalities Secretary Claire Coutinho, oppose the view and seek accountability for those who defend FGM.