The death penalty remains one of the most contentious issues in global human rights, legal ethics, and criminal justice policy. This tag tracks international developments regarding capital punishment, including legislative shifts, high-profile court rulings, and executive clemency decisions. From the implementation of state-sanctioned executions in authoritarian regimes to ongoing debates over federal sentencing and human rights violations in democratic nations, our coverage provides comprehensive reporting from leading global outlets like the BBC, DW, and the Wall Street Journal to keep you informed on the evolving status of the death penalty worldwide.