More private clinics refusing abortions – Russian Orthodox Church

Nearly a fifth of licensed facilities have decided not to provide the service, according to the clergy

More than 500 private medical centers have refused to provide abortion services despite being licensed to do so, the Russian Orthodox Church has said. This comes amid a pro-life Church initiative and a state push to boost birth rates in Russia.

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