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Lebanon Abolishes Death Penalty, First in the Middle East to Do So

12 Ağustos 2026France 24

Lebanon's parliament has voted to abolish the death penalty, marking a historic move as the first country in the Middle East to do so. Although Lebanon has not executed anyone since 2004, death sentences have continued to be issued, with 85 individuals reportedly still on death row.
The death penalty in Lebanon has been reserved for serious offenses such as murder and terrorism.
Lebanon's decision comes amidst a broader global trend towards the abolition of the death penalty, with many countries reevaluating its effectiveness and moral implications. The move may also be seen as part of Lebanon's efforts to align more closely with international human rights standards.
The abolition of the death penalty in Lebanon reflects a significant shift in the region's approach to capital punishment, which has long been a contentious issue. This decision may inspire other Middle Eastern nations to reconsider their own stances on the death penalty, especially as global attitudes increasingly…

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