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Russian Investigative Committee head Again Calls for Restoring Death Penalty

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TL;DR

Alexander Bastrykin, head of Russia's Investigative Committee, stated that he proposed restoring the death penalty in Russia but was rejected. He recalled a Chinese associate executed for corruption, arguing that Russia should follow suit.

01 · THE DISPATCH

Alexander Bastrykin, head of Russia's Investigative Committee (a federal police body), reiterated his call for reinstating the death penalty in Russia during a discussion on corruption and business development. He referenced a Chinese acquaintance executed for corruption, arguing that Russia should adopt a similar approach. Bastrykin claimed he has repeatedly raised the issue but received no support. No official response or legislative action has been reported.

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