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The world hit a 44-year high in executions

Governments around the world executed more people in 2025 than at any point since 1981.

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Al JazeeraMay 31, 2026, 5:03 AM

The world hit a 44-year high in executions

Governments around the world executed more people in 2025 than at any point since 1981.

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