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Banners reading "The daughters and sons we could never have" and pairs of toddler socks are shown during a pro-surrogacy press conference in Rome, Tuesday, Oct.15, 2024.

Video. Italy criminalises surrogacy abroad with new law, sparking controversy

Updated: 17/10/2024 - 12:29 GMT+2

Italy's new law criminalises seeking surrogacy abroad, with penalties including jail time and hefty fines. Critics argue it unfairly targets same-sex parents and lacks clarity in implementation.

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