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(CWNews.com) - Brushing aside criticism from the Holy See, Amnesty International has affirmed its new policy of support for legal abortion. Responding to public criticism by Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone, the Vatican Secretary of State, Amnesty International issued a statement saying that the group "notes the right of the Vatican to hold its views on abortion," but indicated that it would not change its policy. "The matter of whether individuals, of any faith, agree with or oppose Amnesty International's policy on sexual and reproductive rights, which includes selected aspects on abortion, is for the individual to decide and should be respected," the group said. [Full Story] Related Posts: Amnesty affirms pro-abortion policy; bishop withdraws from group and calls for end of Catholic support Cardinal Martino announces end of Church’s financial contributions to Amnesty International

Rome, Jun 14, 2007 / 10:41 am ( CNA ).- In response to the recent decision by Amnesty International to support abortion as a human right, Cardinal Renato Martino, president of the Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace, announced this week that the Catholic Church will stop making financial contributions to the organization. [More] Related Posts: BBC News: Vatican urges end to Amnesty International aid Catholics told to stop donating because group promotes abortion LifeSite News: Vatican: Catholics and Catholic Organizations "Must" Withdraw Support of Amnesty International over Abortion Support