Death penalty: Why are executions increasing worldwide?

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The article examines the reported worldwide rise in executions, published around the World Day Against the Death Penalty. It notes the European Union's condemnation of capital punishment and discusses differing positions among world leaders.

October 10 marks the World Day Against the Death Penalty. This week, the EU condemned capital punishment as a cruel and degrading form of punishment. But not all world leaders share this view. We discuss why executions are on the rise with our guest François Picard, host of "Death Row Stories".