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Politics•4 Related•Jul 29, 2026 • 19:15

Andorra Leaders Meet Vatican to Discuss Abortion Decriminalization

Andorran officials engaged with the Vatican's Secretary of State on legal paths to decriminalize abortion, balancing women's rights and institutional stability. They committed to ongoing exchanges and noted a climate of trust.

Politics•3 Related•Jul 02, 2026 • 06:35

Andorra Reaffirms Cautious Abortion Decriminalisation Stance

The government says abortion reform must protect women from criminal penalties without endangering the co-principality, as opposition parties press for faster action.

Politics•2 Related•Jun 29, 2026 • 10:31

Andorra's Espot Defends Housing Record in Farewell Speech

In his final speech as head of government, Xavier Espot highlighted achievements like massive housing investments and tenant protections while unveiling new aid programs to ease rent burdens amid policy shifts.

Culture•4 Related•Jun 10, 2026 • 23:30

50 Andorrans Join 40,000 at Pope Leo XIV's Emotional Vigil in Barcelona

Pope Leo XIV led a vigil in Barcelona drawing nearly 40,000, including 50 Andorrans who traveled by bus. Young witnesses shared stories of crisis and violence, prompting the pontiff's calls for mental health support, prayer, and rejecting superficial spiritualization of suffering.

Culture•3 Related•Jun 10, 2026 • 15:45

50 Andorrans Join 40,000 at Pope Leo XIV's Youth Vigil in Barcelona

Pope Leo XIV led a youth-focused vigil with prayers, testimonies, and music at Barcelona's Olympic Stadium. Andorrans among attendees described profound emotional impact from the pontiff's messages on peace and accompaniment.

Politics•3 Related•Jun 09, 2026 • 07:45

Pope Leo XIV Reaffirms Church's Anti-Abortion Stance in Speech to Spanish Lawmakers

Pope Leo XIV told Spain's Congress of Deputies that human life deserves protection from conception to natural end, framing it as essential to justice and law's purpose. The speech holds relevance for Andorra's pending abortion reform discussions.

Culture•2 Related•Jun 04, 2026 • 06:00

50 Andorrans Join Pope Leo XIV Prayer Vigil in Barcelona Stadium

The Urgell Diocese group represents all archpriestries and departs by coach next Tuesday. Demand surged via website and parishes, reflecting strong regional faith ties ahead of Pope Leo XIV's visit featuring Sagrada Família Mass.

Culture•3 Related•May 23, 2026 • 07:16

Diocese of Urgell Fills All 300 Spots for Pope Leo XIV Prayer Vigil in Barcelona

The Diocese of Urgell received overwhelming demand for its 300 spots to a prayer vigil with Pope Leo XIV at Barcelona's Olympic Stadium on 9 June. A 56-seat coach will transport registrants from Andorra and stops in La Seu d'Urgell, Ponts, and Guissona.

Politics•4 Related•Mar 09, 2026 • 06:33

200-300 Join Andorra Women's Day March Demanding Abortion Rights

Feminists marched in Andorra la Vella protesting the continent's only total abortion ban, alongside calls to close the 22% gender pay gap and combat.

Politics•4 Related•Mar 08, 2026 • 21:01

Andorra Feminists March for Abortion Rights on Women's Day

200-300 activists demand decriminalization of abortion amid pay gap and violence concerns, protesting global rights rollback and local bans.

Politics•4 Related•Jan 26, 2026 • 18:16

Andorra Abortion Decriminalisation Stalled After Pope Leo XIV Speech

Government-Vatican talks frozen two weeks post-pope's pro-life address, halting draft bill amid opposition threats and looming UN review.

Politics•4 Related•Jan 17, 2026 • 06:01

Andorran Social Democrats Demand Abortion Decriminalisation Timeline

GPS meets government to push for faster progress on reproductive rights amid Pope's opposition, threatening to act if delays persist.

Politics•4 Related•Jan 16, 2026 • 14:16

Andorra Advances Vatican Talks to Decriminalize Women Seeking Abortions

Government confirms ongoing discreet negotiations to exempt women from abortion penalties under penal code, despite Pope Leo XIV's condemnation,.

Politics•4 Related•Jan 14, 2026 • 06:16

Pope Leo XIV Condemns Abortion, Surrogacy, and Euthanasia in New Year Address

Pontiff's strong rejection of life-denying practices sharpens debate over Andorra's abortion decriminalization push amid ongoing Vatican talks.

Other•4 Related•Jan 11, 2026 • 23:31

Pope Leo XIV Reaffirms Church Rejection of Abortion, Euthanasia, Surrogacy

In his New Year address to diplomats, Peruvian-born Pope Robert Prevost condemned funded abortions, commercial surrogacy, and euthanasia, urging.

Politics•4 Related•Dec 18, 2025 • 06:16

Andorra's New Episcopal Co-Prince Urges Role in Global Peace Efforts

Andorra's new Episcopal Co-Prince Josep-Lluís Serrano Pentinat urges global peace role at first Christmas reception for nearly 400, stressing multilateralism and 2025 milestones.

Politics•2 Related•Dec 17, 2025 • 07:01

Andorra Welcomes New Apostolic Nuncio Piero Pioppo

Foreign Affairs Minister Imma Tor met the Holy See's envoy Piero Pioppo, discussing bilateral ties and global issues before his credentials.