Voluntary assisted dying: Netherlands euthanises child under 12 years old, investigation launched
A child under 12 has been euthanized in the Netherlands, marking the first instance since the country amended its laws for assisted dying. Health Minister Sophie Hermans confirmed the child was seriously ill, and the case has been referred to the public prosecution service to assess compliance with legal requirements. The nation legalized euthanasia for terminally ill children in 2022.
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Published 24 Jun 2026, 02:07 UTC · Updated 24 Jun 2026, 02:30 UTC
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