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Death Penalty

Archbishop calls for end to death penalty after Oklahoma execution

Following the execution of a convicted murderer, the Archbishop of Oklahoma City has renewed calls to abolish the death penalty, which he called an “archaic punishment”. Source: CNA.

Death Penalty

Two Australians on death row in Vietnam granted clemency

Two Australians facing the death penalty in Vietnam have been granted clemency after Prime Minister Anthony Albanese visited the country on the weekend. Source: News.com.au.