Surge in Violence Against Women in Iran

Between March 24 and April 9, 2025—over a span of two and a half weeks—at least 13 young women and girls were killed in cities and towns across Iran, most at the hands of male relatives — fathers, husbands, brothers, etc. These tragic incidents highlight the ongoing epidemic of gender-based killings and violence in the country, where perpetrators often act with impunity and victims are left without protection or justice.Article 612 of the clerical regime’s Penal Code, in particular, frequently shields offenders—especially fathers, brothers, and husbands—from severe punishment, perpetuating a cycle of injustice. The persistent failure to implement robust legal protections not only endangers countless women but also reinforces a culture where honor killings and femicide remain tragically unchecked.Support the show