Couples looking for surrogates still going to Ukraine

Couples looking for surrogates still going to Ukraine

From Global News Podcast by BBC World Service

May 7, 2026 · 30 min

About this episode

The episode discusses the ongoing surrogacy industry in Ukraine amidst the war and other significant global news.

For years, Ukraine has been one of the world’s leading hubs for commercial surrogacy - attracting couples from around the world with lower costs and more relaxed laws. Despite Russia’s full-scale invasion, the industry has continued to operate. But now, a proposed law being debated in Ukraine’s parliament could ban surrogacy for foreign parents. Also: Rumours are swirling that a US-Iran deal could be close. Scientists have verified the existence of the second largest tsunami ever. CNN's founder Ted Turner has died. And a robot has become a Buddhist monk. The Global News Podcast brings you the breaking news you need to hear, as it happens. Listen for the latest headlines and current affairs from around the world. Politics, economics, climate, business, technology, health – we cover it all with expert analysis and insight. Get the news that matters, delivered twice a day on weekdays and daily at weekends, plus special bonus episodes reacting to urgent breaking stories. Follow or subscribe now and never miss a moment. Get in touch: globalpodcast@bbc.co.uk

People in this episode

Host: BBC World Service

Topics covered

  • surrogacy
  • Ukraine
  • international news
  • US-Iran relations
  • natural disasters
  • technology

Keywords

  • surrogacy
  • Ukraine
  • Russia
  • US-Iran deal
  • tsunami
  • Ted Turner
  • Buddhist monk

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: CNN

Places: Ukraine

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