Sunday, February 16, 2025
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41 Die in Mexico
At least 41 people died after a collision involving a bus near Escárcega, Mexico. The bus, which was carrying 48 individuals, collided with a trailer, after which it caught fire. The cause of the crash is being investigated, and recovery efforts are ongoing. The deceased have not yet all been identified. Pray for the families of the deceased and missing. Pray for all affected.

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11 Killed in School Shooting in Sweden
At least 11 individuals, including the suspected gunman, were killed at an adult education center in Orebro, Sweden. Several others are reported to be injured, some severely. The center is on a campus surrounded by other schools. The motive for the shooting is currently unknown and is being investigated. Pray for the families of the deceased. Pray for healing for the injured. Pray for all affected. Pray for peace.

Lincoln

Happy Birthday President Lincoln!!
Abraham Lincoln, 16th President of the United States, serving from March 4, 1861, to April 15, 1865. Abraham was born on February 12, 1809, in Hodgenville, Hardin County, Kentucky. Abraham was the first president born outside of the original 13 states.

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Mass Graves Found in Libya
Following a raid at a human trafficking location, 76 migrants were freed. They had been detained and tortured. Further investigation revealed a grave containing at least 28 bodies. This discovery came just days after another mass grave was found with 19 bodies. All are believed to be illegal migrants who were held by a gang that tortured them. Pray for the families of the deceased. Pray for safety.

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31 Killed in India
At least 31 Maoist rebels have been killed by Indian security forces in Chhattisgarh state. Two Indians were also killed, and two others were injured. The insurgents allege they are fighting for communist rule and the poor and are inspired by Chinese leader Mao Zedong. The fighting has been ongoing since the 1960s. Pray for the families of the deceased. Pray for healing for the injured. Pray for peace.

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Earthquakes Increase on Greek Islands
Santorini and other Greek islands in the region are experiencing unprecedented seismic activity, with thousands of earthquakes occurring over the past week. Over half of the residents have evacuated. It is unclear what is causing this activity. Pray for safety and wisdom.

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Israel/Hamas Ceasefire Worries
Both Israel and Hamas have accused the other of violating the ceasefire agreement. Hamas is refusing to release any more prisoners until it has assurances from Israel that Israel will abide by the terms of the ceasefire. Israel has denied the accusations and is increasing military preparedness. The next scheduled hostage exchange was planned for Saturday. Pray for a peaceful resolution. Pray for peace.

Ford

James Ford is scheduled to be executed at 6 pm local time on Thursday, February 13, 2025, near Raiford, Florida. Sixty-four-year-old James is convicted of murdering 25-year-old Greg Malnory and his wife 26-year-old Kimberly Malnory on April 6, 1997, in Charlotte County, Florida. Read more here.

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International Death Penalty News 2025, Issue 06: France, India, Japan, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, United States of America

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Slide 1

41 Die in Mexico
At least 41 people died after a collision involving a bus near Escárcega, Mexico. The bus, which was carrying 48 individuals, collided with a trailer, after which it caught fire. The cause of the crash is being investigated, and recovery efforts are ongoing. The deceased have not yet all been identified. Pray for the families of the deceased and missing. Pray for all affected.

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11 Killed in School Shooting in Sweden
At least 11 individuals, including the suspected gunman, were killed at an adult education center in Orebro, Sweden. Several others are reported to be injured, some severely. The center is on a campus surrounded by other schools. The motive for the shooting is currently unknown and is being investigated. Pray for the families of the deceased. Pray for healing for the injured. Pray for all affected. Pray for peace.

Lincoln

Happy Birthday President Lincoln!!
Abraham Lincoln, 16th President of the United States, serving from March 4, 1861, to April 15, 1865. Abraham was born on February 12, 1809, in Hodgenville, Hardin County, Kentucky. Abraham was the first president born outside of the original 13 states.

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Mass Graves Found in Libya
Following a raid at a human trafficking location, 76 migrants were freed. They had been detained and tortured. Further investigation revealed a grave containing at least 28 bodies. This discovery came just days after another mass grave was found with 19 bodies. All are believed to be illegal migrants who were held by a gang that tortured them. Pray for the families of the deceased. Pray for safety.

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31 Killed in India
At least 31 Maoist rebels have been killed by Indian security forces in Chhattisgarh state. Two Indians were also killed, and two others were injured. The insurgents allege they are fighting for communist rule and the poor and are inspired by Chinese leader Mao Zedong. The fighting has been ongoing since the 1960s. Pray for the families of the deceased. Pray for healing for the injured. Pray for peace.

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Earthquakes Increase on Greek Islands
Santorini and other Greek islands in the region are experiencing unprecedented seismic activity, with thousands of earthquakes occurring over the past week. Over half of the residents have evacuated. It is unclear what is causing this activity. Pray for safety and wisdom.

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Israel/Hamas Ceasefire Worries
Both Israel and Hamas have accused the other of violating the ceasefire agreement. Hamas is refusing to release any more prisoners until it has assurances from Israel that Israel will abide by the terms of the ceasefire. Israel has denied the accusations and is increasing military preparedness. The next scheduled hostage exchange was planned for Saturday. Pray for a peaceful resolution. Pray for peace.

Ford

James Ford is scheduled to be executed at 6 pm local time on Thursday, February 13, 2025, near Raiford, Florida. Sixty-four-year-old James is convicted of murdering 25-year-old Greg Malnory and his wife 26-year-old Kimberly Malnory on April 6, 1997, in Charlotte County, Florida. Read more here.

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International Death Penalty News 2025, Issue 06: France, India, Japan, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, United States of America

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