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Belgium Abortion Debate: Verlinden Says Politicians Decide
Belgian Justice Minister Verlinden defends her 14-week abortion proposal, arguing politicians—not experts—must decide. Debate exposes coalition tensions.
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Belgian Justice Minister Verlinden defends her 14-week abortion proposal, arguing politicians—not experts—must decide. Debate exposes coalition tensions.
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