Spanish woman who died through euthanasia failed by state, say critics:
Noelia Castillo died on Thursday evening in a Barcelona hospital, after a protracted ...
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Debate Surrounding Noelia Castillo’s Euthanasia CaseAfter an 18-month legal battle, the ECHR approved Noelia Castillo’s euthanasia; she passed away in Barcelona in 2026.
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- Noelia Castillo’s request for euthanasia was confirmed by the European Court of Human Rights following prolonged litigation.
- She suffered from severe personal trauma and lacked family support for her decision to end her life.
- Critics including Christian Lawyers and the conservative People’s Party highlighted failures in state care and protection.
- Spain is among few European countries permitting euthanasia, with 426 assisted deaths approved in 2024.
The institutions that should have protected Noelia failed her.— Alberto Núñez Feijóo, leader of the People's Party (PP), in a social media post
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