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Honor Killing: A Girl's Life Cut Short

Hira Anwar, a 14-year-old living in New York, was killed in Pakistan in a brutal 'honor killing'.

Her father and uncle murdered her due to her online activity deemed inappropriate within their cultural norms.

This tragic event underscores the ongoing problem of violence against women, fueled by rigid cultural expectations.

The rising use of social media tragically exacerbates this issue, highlighting the urgent need for social change.

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Original: The New York Times

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#honor killing #violence against women #Pakistan #social media #cultural norms

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