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Qandeel Baloch's Murder Highlights Ongoing Violence Against Women

4/6/2025

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In Pakistan, the haunting legacy of Qandeel Baloch's 2016 murder underscores the rampant violence against women. Legal gaps let offenders slip away, while societal shame keeps victims quiet. Despite laws on the books, weak enforcement and early marriages continue to plague women. Yet, movements like Aurat March bravely amplify their struggle for justice and equality.

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Story summary

In Pakistan, the haunting legacy of Qandeel Baloch's 2016 murder underscores the rampant violence against women. Legal gaps let offenders slip away, while societal shame keeps victims quiet. Despite laws on the books, weak enforcement and early marriages continue to plague women. Yet, movements like Aurat March bravely amplify their struggle for justice and equality.