Japan hangs three prisoners for murder

Japan executed three death row prisoners today, prompting condemnation from human rights activists.

Thu, 23 Aug, 2007 - 09:47

Japan executed three death row prisoners today, prompting condemnation from human rights activists.

A justice ministry official refused to disclose the names of the executed.

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