Findings Are Shocking. The State Should Apologize.
Translated from Norwegian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- A report reveals that 20,000 adopted children in Norway may have been victims of illegal sales or theft.
- The findings are described as "shocking," prompting calls for the state to issue an apology.
- The investigation questions the number of children who were bought or potentially stolen during past adoption practices.
Shocking findings have emerged regarding past adoption practices in Norway, suggesting that as many as 20,000 adopted children may have been victims of illegal sales or even theft.
The revelations have prompted calls for a formal apology from the state, acknowledging the profound impact these practices may have had on countless lives. The investigation delves into the dark reality of how many children were acquired through illicit means, raising serious questions about the ethical standards and oversight of adoption processes in the past.
These discoveries cast a somber light on a significant chapter of Norway's social history, urging a reckoning with past injustices and a commitment to transparency and accountability. The full scope of these findings is still being uncovered, but the initial reports point to a disturbing pattern that demands national attention and a sincere apology.
Originally published by Aftenposten in Norwegian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.