Italian Society Confronts Femicide After Giulia Cecchettin's Tragic Death

The killing of Giulia Cecchettin, a young woman in Italy, allegedly by her possessive ex-boyfriend, has sparked a national reckoning over femicide and violence against women. CCTV footage showed her ex-boyfriend beating her before forcing her into his car and ultimately killing her. Her brutal murder has led to widespread protests and vigils across Italy, highlighting the country's patriarchal attitudes and the need for change. Italy has seen 106 women killed this year, with 55 allegedly by a partner or ex-partner. The case has prompted calls for action and a new educational campaign to combat misogynistic violence.