"Global Executions Surge to Eight-Year High, Driven by Iran"
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Amnesty International's report reveals a 30% increase in global executions in 2023, marking the deadliest year in nearly a decade. The U.S. remains among the top five countries for executions, with a notable rise driven by Iran's 48% increase. Despite fewer countries using capital punishment, the total number of executions reached 1,153, the highest since 2015. Iran, Saudi Arabia, and Somalia saw significant surges, while the number of countries performing executions fell to a record low.
- Near decade high for executions even as fewer countries have them USA TODAY
- Iran fuels 2023 global executions rise - Amnesty International BBC.com
- Executions in Iran Pushed Global Number to Eight-Year High TIME
- Executions worldwide jumped last year to the highest number since 2015, Amnesty report says The Associated Press
- Iran: 'Western pressure can hinder executions' DW (English)
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