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French Parliament approves landmark assisted-dying bill

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Al Jazeera Staff
French Parliament approves landmark assisted-dying bill
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The French Parliament has passed a landmark bill legalizing assisted dying for adults with incurable, terminal illnesses. The legislation, which requires final approval from the Constitutional Council, allows for lethal substances to be administered under strict conditions.

Parliament adopted the text by 291 votes to 241, though it still needs approval from the Constitutional Council.

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