Statement by the spokesperson on the latest executions in Jordan

Jordan announced on 4 March 2017 the execution of 15 people convicted for terrorism and other serious crimes.

The European Union reiterates its strong opposition to the use of the death penalty in all circumstances. This execution is a significant setback, given that Jordan had observed an informal moratorium between 2006 and 2014.

ESO: Background information: EU and Jordan adopted partnership priorities and compact http://www.europeansources.info/record/eu-and-jordan-adopted-partnership-priorities-and-compact/

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