SocietyIran: When ‘honor’ becomes a death sentence for women

Maryam Yarmohammadi, a 28-year-old mother of two, was stabbed by her husband and brother on Qeshm Island and died in hospital; both men were arrested. The killing has reignited debate over so-called honor killings, social acceptance of violence against women and gaps in protection. The article also examines how Iranian law can leave male relatives with influence over murder proceedings and punishment.

Iranhonor killingswomen's rights

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