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Pope Francis Leads Call for Global Ban on Surrogacy

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Pope Francis condemns surrogacy as 'deplorable' practice and urges for a worldwide ban, sparking controversy and discussions on parental rights and child trafficking.

Pope Francis, in a groundbreaking move, has called for a universal ban on surrogacy, deeming the practice as 'deplorable' and a violation of human dignity. The leader of the Catholic Church emphasized the protection of unborn children and condemned the commodification of parenthood, stating that surrogacy turns a child into 'an object of trafficking.' During his New Year's address to diplomats at the Vatican, Pope Francis urged for a global prohibition on surrogacy, highlighting the need to safeguard the dignity of both women and children involved in the process.

The Pope's strong stance against surrogacy has sparked debates worldwide, particularly within the LGBT community, where surrogacy is often utilized to build families. His call for a ban has raised important questions about the ethics and legality of surrogacy arrangements, igniting conversations on the intersection of reproductive rights and moral considerations. Despite facing criticism from some quarters, Pope Francis remains steadfast in his position, underscoring the need to prioritize the well-being and rights of children in all circumstances.

In response to the Holy Father's remarks, the US Conference of Catholic Bishops released a statement supporting his call for a ban on surrogacy. The controversy surrounding surrogacy continues to resonate, as advocates and critics navigate the complex landscape of assisted reproduction and the boundaries of parental rights. As discussions around surrogacy regulations intensify, Pope Francis' plea for a global prohibition serves as a catalyst for thought-provoking dialogues on the future of reproductive technologies and ethical considerations in family planning practices.

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Pope in Major Policy Address Calls for Universal Ban on Surrogacy (Voice of America)

WEB POPE VATICAN POPE SPEECH The speech also listed the threats to global peace and human dignity, including Russia's war in Ukraine, the Israel-Gaza war, ...

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Pope Francis blasts surrogacy as "deplorable" practice that turns a ... (CBS News)

The leader of the Catholic Church doubled down on his condemnation of parental surrogacy, saying it turns a child into "an object of trafficking."

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Pope Francis Describes Surrogacy As 'Deplorable,' Calls For Ban (Forbes)

Francis said unborn children must be protected and not “suppressed or turned into an object of trafficking.”

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Pope Calls For Worldwide Ban On Surrogacy (Leadership Newspaper)

During his New Year's address to diplomats at the Vatican, Pope Francis urged for a worldwide ban on surrogacy, labelling the act of a woman carrying ...

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Pope Francis calls for global ban on 'despicable' surrogacy (Sky News)

The Pope has previously called surrogacy "uterus for rent" and believes it represents a "grave violation of the dignity of the woman and the child".

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Pope Francis Calls Surrogacy 'Deplorable,' Calls for Global Ban in ... (National Catholic Register)

Pope Francis' strong condemnation of surrogacy came during his annual foreign policy speech to all of the ambassadors accredited to the Holy See.

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Pope urges global ban on surrogacy (Vanguard)

Pope Francis called Monday for a global ban on surrogacy, saying the practice of a woman carrying another person's child was "deplorable".

Statement of USCCB on Holy Father's Remarks on Surrogacy (USCCB)

WASHINGTON - In response to the Holy Father's remarks today to the diplomatic corps accredited to the Holy See where he made specific mention of surrogacy, ...

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Pope calls for global ban on surrogacy (The Punch)

Pope Francis on Monday called for a global ban on surrogacy, saying the practice of a woman carrying another person's child was "deplorable".

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Pope calls for ban on surrogacy, calling it 'based on exploitation' (CNN)

Pope Francis has called for a universal ban on surrogacy, calling the practice “deplorable” in a speech in Vatican City on Monday.

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Pope Francis calls for universal ban on surrogacy (Businessday.ng)

Pope Francis called for a global ban on surrogacy, which he described as "despicable."He held that a child is a gift...

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Pope urges ban on surrogacy (The Punch)

Pope Francis on Monday called for a global ban on surrogacy, saying the practice of a woman carrying another person's child was deplorable.

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Pope Francis Calls Surrogate Motherhood 'Deplorable,' Calls for ... (TIME)

The Catholic leader's stance on surrogacy is likely to roil the LGBT community, of which many members have relied on the practice to have their own ...

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Pope Francis seeks global ban on surrogacy (Daily Post Nigeria)

Pope Francis has called for a global ban on surrogacy, saying the practice of a woman carrying another person's child was “deplorable”. The Catholic.

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Pope Francis Calls For Global Ban On Surrogacy (CHANNELS TELEVISION)

In his New Year's address to diplomats at the Vatican, the 87-year-old pontiff said it was a "grave violation of the dignity of the woman and the child".

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