Spain is outraged by the U.S. investigation into the euthanasia of a 25-year-old woman — Politico

Spain has sharply criticized the U.S. over its intention to investigate the euthanasia case in Barcelona. 

Politico reports this.

The case involves 25-year-old Noelia Castillo, who, after experiencing sexual assault, a suicide attempt, and paralysis, was granted permission for euthanasia in accordance with the law.

The decision prompted a reaction from Washington: the State Department instructed diplomats to verify the circumstances of the case and express concern regarding the application of the “right to die” law.

Madrid viewed this as interference in the country’s internal affairs.

Spain’s health minister criticized the U.S. and called for an end to the interference, emphasizing that the country has a legal and regulated system for making such decisions.

The Catalan authorities also defended the doctors and stated that Spain has one of the most modern systems for regulating euthanasia.

Euthanasia has been permitted in Spain since 2021 under strict conditions and has already become a widespread practice.

On July 18, 2025, the Slovenian Parliament passed a historic bill allowing terminally ill patients to receive medication to end their lives.