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MINTAmnesty International NewsAug 26, 2026

Kuwait: Counterterrorism measures introduced amid Iran war endanger fundamental rights, expand death penalty

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Final score
-4.55
Confidence
8/10
Amount
748K CBWD

AI justification

Enactment of law expanding death penalty and restricting freedoms violates core rights, outweighing security benefits. | The counterterrorism law's enactment prioritizes security over fundamental rights, introducing severe violations such as expanded capital punishment and restrictions on freedoms. While addressing security concerns may align with SDG 16, the law's provisions undermine the same goal by eroding justice, accountability, and human dignity. The negative impacts far outweigh the limi