Tragic End for Iraqi YouTube Star: Killed by Father

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Tragic End for Iraqi YouTube Star: Killed by Father
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Tiba al-Ali, an Iraqi YouTube star, was murdered by her father after returning to Iraq to visit her family. The killing was not considered pre-meditated, and her father was sentenced to only six months in prison. Tiba's death sparked protests across Iraq about the country's laws regarding honor killings, highlighting the treatment of women in a society where conservative attitudes prevail. The lenient sentence and outdated laws have sparked outrage among women's rights activists, calling for stronger protections against domestic violence and gender-based violence.

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