Lebanon Becomes the First Arab Country to Abolish the Death Penalty

Lebanon has become the first Arab country to abolish the death penalty. Now, the highest punishments will be replaced by life imprisonment. This news is viewed as a new step in the protection of human rights. International organizations and several countries have approved Lebanon's decision. They believe that it will reduce the influence of the death penalty. This decision by the Lebanese government will serve to advance human rights activities both within the country and in the international arena.