On December 20, 2025, the Inter-American Court of Human Rights (IACtHR) condemned El Salvador for denying Beatriz, a young mother, a life-saving abortion in 2013 despite severe health risks and a non-viable fetus. The Court recognized violations of her rights and systemic obstetric violence in the context of El Salvador’s total abortion ban. The Court ordered comprehensive reforms, including health care for Beatriz’s family, training for officials, and protocols for high-risk pregnancies. This landmark ruling strengthens the legal foundation for reproductive rights in the region.