The Take Why is Ukraine’s surrogacy industry booming under bombs?
Apr 9, 2025
Patricia Simón, a Spanish journalist from La Marea specializing in human rights and migration, dives deep into Ukraine's booming surrogacy industry amid war. She discusses how relaxed regulations and economic disparities have turned Ukraine into the main hub for surrogacy in Europe, despite the grim realities faced by surrogate mothers. Personal stories highlight the emotional and ethical struggles these women endure, revealing the complex balance between desperation and exploitation in a conflict-ridden landscape.
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