Afghanistan: Woman stoned to death
Source:
BBC A woman has been stoned to death in Afghanistan, reportedly for committing adultery. The killing is said to have taken place in the Urgu district of north-eastern Badakhshan province.
Website Link:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/south_asia/4477003.stm
Submitted on Wed, 04/27/2005 - 00:00
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