In a bizarre incident, a tribal elder in Pakistan ordered a couple’s murder because they were allegedly having a forbidden romance. The elder was upset because the couple’s love was “dishonorable.” The killings were carried out in broad daylight, and multiple people were arrested after a graphic video of the incident went viral.
The video showed the couple being shot multiple times, and it’s believed to be one of many “honor killings” that happen in Pakistan each year. These killings are often carried out by family members or village leaders who think someone has brought shame to their family. Hundreds of cases are reported annually, but the real number is likely much higher.
The country’s laws have changed to try to stop these killings, but they still happen. The chief minister of Balochistan province called the latest incident “intolerable” and promised action. But despite the outrage, many people in Pakistan still think it’s okay to kill someone for “honor.”
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