Lebanon Considers General Amnesty Law Amidst Sectarian Divides

Lebanon is moving forward with a drafted General Amnesty Law aimed at addressing its overwhelmed judicial system and overcrowded prisons, which could lead to reduced sentences and the release of thousands of prisoners.

20 May, 13:58 — 20 May, 13:58

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Sectarian violence, divides on display in Lebanon as Beirut moves on General Amnesty Law

The drafted law, which aims to tackle Lebanon’s overwhelmed judicial systems and severely overcrowded prisons, would see sentences reduced and potentially thousands of prisoners released.

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Sectarian violence, divides on display in Lebanon as Beirut moves on General Amnesty Law

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