Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has publicly stated that he lacks the necessary parliamentary backing to amend the country's abortion law, which is known to be one of the most restrictive in Europe. Tusk, a centrist leader, assumed office in December as the head of a coalition government that includes members with differing views on the issue of abortion.
During a recent event, Tusk admitted that there is currently no majority in parliament to legalize abortion up to the 12th week of pregnancy, a promise he made during his campaign. The existing law in Poland permits abortion only in cases of rape, incest, or when the woman's life or health is in danger.
