Lebanon becomes the first Middle Eastern nation to outlaw capital punishment, replacing it with life imprisonment.
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Lebanon has abolished the death penalty, becoming the first country in the Middle East to do so. The new law mandates life imprisonment for those convicted of serious crimes, marking a significant shift in the region's legal landscape. The move was confirmed by a report from CNA.
In other news, a Danish military museum has begun donating armored vehicles to Ukraine for use in its war against Russia. Panzermuseum East, a private museum specializing in Soviet-era armor, announced it has delivered its first batch of vehicles, per The War Zone. This highlights the unconventional sources Ukraine is tapping for military hardware.
Political tensions are escalating in India's Jharkhand state, where Chief Minister Hemant Soren accused the BJP of being a "parasite" and plotting a conspiracy from Lucknow. His comments came during a BJP-led shutdown protesting police action against students, which saw a mixed response, according to The Hindu.
Meanwhile, an analysis from the Atlantic Council argues that perceived Western weakness is emboldening Russian President Vladimir Putin to test NATO. The author, Peter Dickinson, contends that the alliance's reluctance to impose further costs on the Kremlin is fueling Moscow's escalating hybrid war against NATO.
In sports, Everton and Crystal Palace have completed a swap deal. Johnson has signed a four-year contract with Everton, while McNeil has joined Palace on a deal until 2030, The Hindu reported.
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