MEXICO CITY: The Mexican Supreme Court has issued a groundbreaking ruling, declaring that abortion is not a criminal offense. In a monumental decision, the court has dismissed all ongoing criminal proceedings in the country that pertain to abortion. Furthermore, the court has mandated that all healthcare facilities across the nation must exclude abortion from the federal penal code and offer abortion services upon request, addressing the needs of anyone seeking this procedure. Importantly, the court has emphasized that no woman in the country particularly pregnant women or healthcare workers should face punishment for their involvement in abortion.

It is essential to note that while this significant ruling marks a pivotal moment in Mexico, there are still constitutional challenges that must be overcome for this law to be fully implemented. Nevertheless, women's organizations in Mexico have joyously embraced the court's decision. The National Institute for Women, a prominent women's organization has expressed their elation on social media proclaiming today as a day of triumph and justice.