Paris police break up peaceful protest against euthanasia

Police and demonstrators in the square outside the Palais Bourbon. Photo: screenshot from a Yahoo video

On February 24, 2026, French activists gathered outside the National Assembly in Paris, where lawmakers were expected to consider a bill to legalize euthanasia, but the sit-in was broken up by police, European Conservative reported.

According to the outlet, around 50 people took part in the protest. About 40 police officers were deployed, and 37 demonstrators were detained. The protesters were in the square in front of the Palais Bourbon, while deputies inside were debating issues related to palliative care and euthanasia.

Video recorded by Hors-Zone Press shows officers pushing demonstrators who were sitting on the square. Those detained were taken to various police stations across Paris.

The following day, the National Assembly adopted in second reading a bill establishing what supporters describe as a “right to euthanasia.” In practice, the measure would legalize euthanasia and assisted suicide under certain conditions. The initiative continues to spark fierce public debate: supporters speak of compassion and freedom of choice, while critics warn of serious moral and social consequences.

Earlier, the UOJ reported that in Canada, a woman was euthanized against her will after her husband appealed for it.

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