Lebanon's parliament votes to abolish death penalty, Hezbollah votes against bill
The legislation will now go before Lebanon’s cabinet before being submitted to President Joseph Aoun for approval.
The Lebanese parliament recently voted to abolish the death penalty, marking a significant step towards human rights and international standards. The decision, welcomed by the UN and European Commission, reflects a commitment to the right to life and comes after more than two decades since the last execution in 2004. However, the move was not without opposition, with Hezbollah's parliamentary bloc voting against the bill.
With 85 people still on death row as of January 2026, the legislation now awaits approval from Lebanon's cabinet and President Joseph Aoun.
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