Death penalty: Why are executions increasing worldwide?

A world news story from the U.S., reported by France 24.

World News · the U.S. · October 10, 2026

From France 24

October 10 marks the World Day Against the Death Penalty. This week, the EU condemned capital punishment as a cruel and degrading form of punishment. But not all world leaders share this view. We discuss why executions are on the rise with our guest François Picard, host of "Death Row Stories".

Reported by France 24, October 10, 2026. Read the full story at France 24 →

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