Slovakia passes law to recognise only two sexes and restrict adoption

Published: 9/26/2025
Slovakia passes law to recognise only two sexes and restrict adoption
Slovakia passes constitutional amendment recognizing only male and female sexes and restricting adoption to married heterosexual couples, sparking controversy. Critics warn this move will impact the LGBT community negatively, likening it to illiberal policies in Hungary and Russia. Prime Minister Robert Fico hails the amendment as a defense of "traditional values" and a barrier against "progressivism," despite concerns raised by human rights groups like Amnesty International.