Saddam’s execution prompts calls for death penalty moratorium
Published: 03 January, 2007, 04:35
Italy has said it will push for a worldwide moratorium on the death penalty after Saddam Hussein's execution. The death of the former Iraqi leader recorded on a mobile phone has been denounced in Europe.
Romano Prodi's Italian government will be seeking the support of other countries opposing capital punishment to raise the issue at the United Nations.In addition, Italy has joined the UN Security Council as a non-permanent member for a 2-year term.The death penalty is banned in Italy and other countries of the European Union.
03.01.2007, 04:05
Millions of pilgrims gather in India to cleanse sinsMillions of Hindu pilgrims have gathered at the holy Sangam in Northern India to start a festival to cleanse them of their sins. It is believed to be one of the largest gatherings of people on Earth. |
03.01.2007, 04:40
Indonesia expands search for missing planeIndonesian rescuers have expanded their search for a passenger jet that has been missing for 2 days. They are now looking in the sea after officials retracted statements that the crash site had been found in the Sulawesi mountains. |
