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EU Funds Safe Abortions Amid Controversial Health Policies

2/26/2026

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The European Commission's decision allows EU member states to use existing social funds for safe abortions.
The move targets women from countries with strict abortion laws, such as Malta and Poland, under the My Voice, My Choice campaign.
Critics say the measure infringes national health policies.
Campaigners celebrate and call for dedicated funding and clear access guidelines to prevent deaths.

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Story summary

The European Commission's decision allows EU member states to use existing social funds for safe abortions.
The move targets women from countries with strict abortion laws, such as Malta and Poland, under the My Voice, My Choice campaign.
Critics say the measure infringes national health policies.
Campaigners celebrate and call for dedicated funding and clear access guidelines to prevent deaths.