Controversy Erupts Over Spanish TV Star's US Surrogate Baby

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Controversy Erupts Over Spanish TV Star's US Surrogate Baby
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Spanish TV actress Ana Obregón has faced criticism after revealing that she had a baby girl via surrogacy in the US at the age of 68. Spain has banned all forms of surrogacy, but parents can adopt the child when they return to the country. Obregón's remarks ignited debate on Spanish social media, and ministers in Spain's left-wing government were incensed at the move, calling it "a form of violence against women" and "renting a womb".

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