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Lex Talionis


Which countries use Lex Talionis? (from A. I.): 

Lex Talionis, also known as the "Law of Retaliation" or "Eye for an Eye" principle, is a ancient concept where punishment is proportional to the offense. While it's not a widely practiced legal principle in modern times, some countries have incorporated elements of Lex Talionis into their laws or cultural practices:

Countries with elements of Lex Talionis
1. *Saudi Arabia*: Islamic law (Sharia) is practiced, which includes elements of Lex Talionis, such as retaliatory punishment for crimes like murder or mutilation.
2. *Iran*: Similar to Saudi Arabia, Iran's legal system is based on Sharia law, which includes provisions for retaliatory punishment.
3. *Sudan*: Sharia law is also practiced in Sudan, with elements of Lex Talionis incorporated into the country's legal code.
4. *Yemen*: Yemen's legal system is based on Sharia law, which includes provisions for retaliatory punishment.
5. *Qatar*: While not as strictly enforced as in some other countries, Qatar's legal system includes elements of Sharia law, which can involve retaliatory punishment.
6. *United Arab Emirates*: Similar to Qatar, the UAE's legal system incorporates elements of Sharia law, which can include retaliatory punishment.

Cultural or traditional practices
1. *Papua New Guinea*: In some tribal cultures, retaliatory punishment is still practiced as a form of traditional justice.
2. *Afghanistan*: In some rural areas, traditional justice systems may incorporate elements of Lex Talionis.

Please note that while these countries have elements of Lex Talionis in their laws or cultural practices, the implementation and interpretation of these principles can vary widely. Modern human rights standards and international law often conflict with the harsher aspects of Lex Talionis.
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