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Burkina Faso's parliament unanimously votes to reinstate the death penalty

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First reported on Wednesday 21 October 2026 at 07:50 EDT by The Philadelphia Inquirer·Latest article on Wednesday 21 October 2026 at 12:57 EDT

Summary

Burkina Faso's parliament has unanimously voted to reinstate the death penalty, The Philadelphia Inquirer and ABC News reported on Wednesday 21 October. The death penalty is reinstated for crimes like terrorism, espionage and treason, according to the two outlets.

Latest: Burkina Faso's parliament unanimously voted to reinstate the death penalty for crimes like terrorism, espionage and treason, The Philadelphia Inquirer and ABC News reported.

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How it unfolded

  1. Wednesday 21 October

    Burkina Faso's parliament unanimously voted to reinstate the death penalty for crimes like terrorism, espionage and treason, The Philadelphia Inquirer and ABC News reported.