Germany's Expert Commission recommends legalizing abortion within the first twelve weeks of pregnancy.

Current German law prohibits abortion but exempts first trimester terminations under specific conditions.

While the government isn't required to enact the commission's advice, it's viewed as progress by pro-choice advocates.

Conservative parties CDU and AfD oppose changes, citing broad acceptance of existing regulations.

The commission advises against allowing abortions after 22 weeks, suggesting legislators define precise timeframes.

Activists express concern over potential future government restrictions, especially with the rise of the far-right AfD.

A German bill seeks to protect individuals at abortion clinics from intimidation, reflecting ongoing legislative debates.

The European Parliament's resolution favors including abortion rights in the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights.

Poland and France are taking steps towards liberalizing and enshrining abortion rights, respectively.

The abortion debate is polarized, with the Catholic Church and women's rights organizations at odds over the issue.