U.S. State Department condemns “buffer zones” outside U.K. abortion clinics as assault on free speech and religious liberty

The U.S. State Department issued a strong rebuke against U.K. policies enforcing “buffer zones” around abortion clinics, where silent prayer and peaceful outreach have led to arrests, fines and prosecutions. Officials warn these policies undermine fundamental Western freedoms. Cases include a retired NHS scientist fined £20,000 for holding a sign offering conversation, an army veteran […]