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ASIAN HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION - URGENT APPEALS PROGRAM

Update on Urgent Appeal 10 July 2001
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UP-21-2001 (RE: UA-21-2001 - Young mother sentenced to death)

PAKISTAN: Right to life restored
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Dear Friends,

We are very happy to inform you that the death sentence of Ms. Robina Khan of Pakistan, aged 22, has been cancelled by President Musharraf and the Supreme Court. We thank you for your urgent action to help save this young mother's life.

Urgent Appeals Desk
Asian Human Rights Commission