Algerian lower house approves death penalty bill for forest arsonists
Algeria's lower house approved a bill imposing the death penalty for forest arson and child kidnapping, prompted by deadly wildfires in August. Human rights groups warn the law could be used to target political opposition, though no executions have occurred since 1993.
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- 1 Oct 2026 · 17:30 UTC
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