Global Politics Report Editorial

Lebanon passes long-sought amnesty law, a day after death penalty repeal

The legislation will 'exceptionally' reduce certain prison terms, says Lebanon's parliament speaker.

Key Data

Key people or organizations: Lebanon

Story focus: Lebanon passes long-sought amnesty law, a day after death penalty repeal

Source context: The legislation will 'exceptionally' reduce certain prison terms, says Lebanon's parliament speaker.

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Original source: Al Jazeera