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  A man holds a picture of Iran's new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, while people attend a funeral ceremony for the Iranian military commanders who were killed in strikes, in Tehran Iran’s Supreme Leader issued his first public remarks following the deaths of senior Iranian commanders, vowing that the country will “avenge the martyrs” and maintain the closure of the strategic Strait of Hormuz until what he described as “justice” is served. His comments, delivered during a nationally broadcast address, underscore a sharp escalation in rhetoric at a moment of heightened regional tension. The Supreme Leader framed the recent losses as sacrifices in the defense of Iran’s sovereignty, promising that those responsible “will face consequences.” He also reaffirmed Iran’s decision to keep the Strait closed, a move that has already disrupted global shipping routes and rattled energy markets. The strait, one of the world’s most critical chokepoints for oil transport, has long been a flas...
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Breaking the Silence: Honour Killing in Pakistan Sparks Outrage Over Tribal Injustice

 

A recent viral case of honour killing in Pakistan has reignited fierce debate over the country’s entrenched tribal customs and the deadly silence that often surrounds gender-based violence. The incident, which circulated widely on social media, involved the brutal murder of a young woman by her own family, allegedly for defying traditional norms related to marriage and personal autonomy.

Despite growing public condemnation, honour killings remain a persistent issue in Pakistan, particularly in rural and tribal regions where customary law often overrides formal legal systems. In many cases, perpetrators walk free, shielded by community elders or loopholes in the justice system that allow families to “forgive” the killers.

Activists argue that the state’s failure to enforce laws against honour killings perpetuates a culture of impunity. While Pakistan passed legislation in 2016 to close legal gaps, implementation remains weak, and victims are often denied justice due to societal pressure and fear of retaliation.

This latest tragedy has sparked calls for deeper reform—not just in law, but in societal attitudes. Human rights advocates are urging the government to take a firmer stance against tribal councils (jirgas) that sanction such killings and to empower women through education and legal protection.

Until Pakistan confronts the toxic intersection of tradition and violence, honour killings will continue to claim lives in silence. The question now is whether this viral case will be a turning point—or just another forgotten headline.


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