EU's top court rules same-sex marriages must be recognized across all member states

The European Union's highest court ruled that member states must recognize same-sex marriages performed in other countries, even if same-sex marriage is not legal domestically. The ruling came after Poland refused to recognize a same-sex marriage between two Polish citizens that took place in Germany. The court stated that denying recognition infringes on the freedom to move and reside, as well as the right to respect for private and family life. While the ruling does not require countries to legalize same-sex marriage, it prevents discrimination against same-sex couples married abroad. The case originated in Poland, where a court requested guidance on transferring a German marriage certificate.

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