Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan vows to reestablish death penalty following the constitutional referendum in April.
Erdogan vows to reestablish death penalty
19 Mar 2017 - 11:31
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan vows to reestablish death penalty following the constitutional referendum in April.
“I believe, God willing, that after the April 16 vote, the parliament will do the necessary thing concerning your demands for capital punishment. As for me, I will approve it without any hesitation,” said Erdogan on a Saturday rally.
On April 16, Turkey will hold a referendum on the constitutional amendments, including giving executive powers to the president, currently a ceremonial post, and abolishing the office of the prime minister.
Erdogan hinted that those behind a failed July coup in the country would be facing the death penalty.
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