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Demonstrators hit the streets of Warsaw after a controversial Polish court ruling that imposes a near-total ban on abortion came into force, sparking nationwide protests that have brought thousands into the streets despite coronavirus restrictions. The move means that all abortions in Poland will be banned except in cases of rape and incest, or when the mother's life or health are considered to be at risk. IMAGES
Demonstrators hit the streets of Warsaw as a controversial Polish court ruling that imposes a near-total ban on abortion comes into force. The move means that all abortions in Poland will now be banned except in cases of rape and incest and when the mother's life or health are considered to be at risk. IMAGES
Poles take to the streets of Warsaw on International Women's Day to demand free access to contraceptives. Although pro-Western parties managed to oust the conservative Law and Justice (PiS) government in October 2023 elections, women are voicing anger and frustration over delays in changing the laws on women's reproductive rights. The PiS's eight-year rule saw access to abortion, in-vitro fertilisation and emergency contraception tightened. IMAGES
Thousands protest for a third consecutive night in Warsaw and other parts of Poland after the country's right-wing government implemented a court ruling imposing a near-total ban on abortion. Protesters have defied coronavirus restrictions and sub-zero temperatures to rally after the controversial judgement was given legal force on Wednesday 27 January 2021. IMAGES
Protesters denouncing a near-total ban on abortion gather at the Warsaw headquarters of the governing right-wing Law and Justice (PiS) party. IMAGES
Supporters of Zambian President Lungu hold a rally in Lusaka during a tense presidential race, which has been marked by clashes between rival supporters. The presidential election will take place on Thursday. IMAGES.
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