Articles tagged with "Execution"

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This photo released by the Tianjin No.2 Intermediate People’s Court on May 28, 2024 shows Bai Tianhui (C), the former general manager of China Huarong International Holdings (CHIH), during his sentencing at the court on May 28, 2024. (TIANJIN NO.2 INTERME

China executes former senior banker for taking $156M bribes

China executed former China Huarong International Holdings executive Bai Tianhui for accepting $156 million in bribes between 2014-2018, marking the latest high-profile punishment in President Xi Jinping's ongoing anti-corruption campaign targeting China's finance industry.

December 9, 2025

Iran executes man in public over killing of physician

Iran publicly executes a man in Yasuj for killing Dr. Davoudi, following a mental health evaluation and Supreme Court confirmation. Officials said the execution serves as a warning, with Iran ranking second globally in executions.

November 11, 2025

UN rights expert condemns Israeli bill allowing execution of Palestinian hostages, including children

Israeli media reports that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu personally endorsed the bill’s progression.

November 6, 2025

12th execution in Singapore: Malaysian drug trafficker hanged

Singapore executed Malaysian Pannir Selvam Pranthaman for drug trafficking, marking its 12th execution in 2025. Despite appeals and activism, his clemency was denied, highlighting ongoing controversy over Singapore’s strict drug laws.

October 8, 2025