France Enshrines Abortion as Constitutional Right, a Global Milestone

France becomes the first country to enshrine abortion rights in its constitution, with a "guaranteed freedom" to abortion, following a 780-72 vote in favor of the measure by lawmakers. The move, in response to the US Supreme Court's decision on Roe v. Wade, is hailed as a historic step for reproductive rights, with the Eiffel Tower lit up with "my body my choice" after the vote. The amendment's passage is celebrated by Prime Minister Gabriel Attal and President Emmanuel Macron, and is seen as a victory for the French left, despite opposition from the Catholic Church.