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Santa Sede calls for moratorium on death penalty at UN

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The Holy See called for a moratorium on executions at the United Nations to work toward the abolition of the death penalty. Archbishop Christophe Z. El-Kassis, the permanent observer of the Holy See to the UN, made the statement during the 81st session of the General Assembly.

The Archbishop addressed the assembly regarding the promotion and protection of human rights. He also spoke on topics including crime prevention, criminal justice, international drug control, and the rights of indigenous peoples.

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  5. Oct 8, 5:45 AM Vatican News Shqip Selia e Shenjtë në OKB: moratorium për ekzekutimet, drejt heqjes së dënimit me vdekje
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