French MPs back law to allow assisted dying

French MPs have approved a law allowing assisted dying for those with terminal illnesses in the last stages, making France the eighth EU country to legalize a form of assisted dying. The bill, backed by President Macron, has passed in the National Assembly and will proceed to the Senate for further review. Despite concerns over broad definitions leading to pressure on vulnerable individuals, the law aims to give autonomy to patients in severe and incurable conditions, with strict procedures for authorization.