Death sentences and executions on the rise worldwide
Summary
According to Amnesty International’s 2025 report, the number of death sentences and executions increased worldwide, reaching a record high. China leads in executions, and Iran saw its number of executions nearly double compared to 2024.Key Facts
- The global number of death sentences and executions rose in 2025.
- China carried out the highest number of executions.
- Iran’s executions almost doubled from the previous year.
- Amnesty International is the organization that published these figures.
- The report highlights concerns about the rise in the use of the death penalty.
- The increase happened despite ongoing debates over capital punishment worldwide.
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