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UAE decriminalises suicide attempts, issues penalties for aiding

Dubai: Any person who incites or assists another individual with suicide could be sentenced to seven years in prison under the new rules of the United Arab Emirates‘ Crimes and Penalties Law declared on Thursday, October 8. The amendments introduce “graduated penalties” for either inciting or assisting someone with attempting suicide. Punishment subsequently becomes more … Get the latest updates…

Siasat Daily (EN) 9/10/2026, 3:20:22 pm IST

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