More honour killings in Europe than previously believed
A report prepared by the Council of Europe reveals that murders of women by family members are more prevalent than previously thought. The report was discussed at a meeting in Istanbul.
The draft report calls for immediate action to deal with what it describes as the growing problem of honor killings. British member of parliament John Austin, prepared the report.
“Here in Turkey the figures for 2007 show that over 200 women were killed here in the name of family or community honor, and that is frankly unacceptable in a modern Europe,” Austin said. “And it’s just the tip of the iceberg: In the United Kingdom; in Germany; in Belgium; in France; in Norway, there is evidence of honor crimes and honor killings.”
A Turkish cabinet minister claims the country is taking action against honour killings.
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