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Spanish Supreme Court Upholds Young Woman's Euthanasia Rights

1/30/2026

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The Spanish Supreme Court on January 29, 2026, upheld a young woman's right to euthanasia.
It rejected her father's appeal and stated all legal procedures were followed.
The case involves a 2021 law allowing individuals with serious conditions to request assistance in dying.
The father must appeal to the Constitutional Court, though chances of success appear slim.

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Story summary

The Spanish Supreme Court on January 29, 2026, upheld a young woman's right to euthanasia.
It rejected her father's appeal and stated all legal procedures were followed.
The case involves a 2021 law allowing individuals with serious conditions to request assistance in dying.
The father must appeal to the Constitutional Court, though chances of success appear slim.