On Thursday morning, Geadis Geadi's team, a member of the European Conservatives and Reformists (ECR) group that opposes the right to abortion, hung a large pro-life poster in the courtyard of the European Parliament in Strasbourg. The banner featured an image of a fetus accompanied by the slogan: 'This is life, not a choice.' Other ECR representatives, including Croatian member Stephen Nikola Bartulica and French MEP Nicolas Bay, supported Geadi's action, emphasizing the group's anti-abortion stance.

This initiative comes in response to the Left group, a longstanding supporter of the 'My voice - my choice' initiative, which displayed its own poster in December urging the Commission to ensure safe access to abortion across the EU. Their poster prominently featured the slogan 'My body, my voice, my choice,' reflecting the ongoing debate surrounding reproductive rights in Europe. In contrast, Geadi's team sent a clear pro-life message, affirming their opposition to abortion rights.

The controversy highlights the polarity within the EU regarding the abortion debate, where pro-life proponents challenge pro-choice narratives. The differing ideologies present a paradox in claims surrounding the right to life and emphasize the need for dialogue within the European Parliament as member states grapple with these significant ethical and socio-political issues. The incident not only underscores the tensions between various political groups but also raises questions about reproductive rights and autonomy across EU member states.