Capital Punishment in Pakistan: 'Islam Does Not Promote the Death Penalty'

Pakistan is among 47 countries that retain capital punishment. Barrister Sarah Belal, founder of Justice Project Pakistan, advocates for vulnerable prisoners facing the death penalty, arguing that Islam does not promote it.

11 Jul, 10:57 — 11 Jul, 10:57

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Capital punishment in Pakistan: 'Islam does not promote the death penalty'

Around the world, a total of 47 countries still retain capital punishment – including Pakistan. Barrister Sarah Belal founded the Justice Project Pakistan in 2009 to represent the most vulnerable Pakistani prisoners facing the death penalty, at home and abroad. RFI met her in Paris.

By Zeenat Hansrod

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Capital Punishment in Pakistan: 'Islam Does Not Promote the Death Penalty'

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