French politicians have overwhelmingly approved a bill that will enshrine a woman's right to an abortion in the country's constitution.The historic move is designed to prevent the kind of rollback of abortion rights seen in the United States in recent years.In an exceptional joint session of parliament convened at the Palace of Versailles, the bill was approved in a 780-72 vote.

French politicians have overwhelmingly approved a bill that will enshrine a woman's right to an abortion in the country's constitution.The historic move is designed to prevent the kind of rollback of abortion rights seen in the United States in recent years.In an exceptional joint session of parliament convened at the Palace of Versailles, the bill was approved in a 780-72 vote.