Pakistan’s parliament Thursday passed legislation that attempts to close a loophole that has allowed perpetrators of so-called honor killings to go free. The bill, passed in a joint sitting of both houses, came nearly three months after the murder of a Pakistani internet celebrity. Qandeel Baloch, whose real name was Fauzia Azeem, was allegedly strangled to death by her brother, who accused her of bringing dishonor to the family. Thursday’s change closes that loophole by mandating a minimum life sentence - that is 25 years, under Pakistani law - for someone convicted of an honor killing, even if the victim’s family members forgive the perpetrator.
Summary: Whoever found guilty in the honor killing case, he will be sent to jail for entire lifetime. Hope that the justice will be served. Looking forward to Pakistan where women can freely live, breathe and pursue things with their consent and interest. Great news, indeed!
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