Domestic violence
Bat Melech reports spike in domestic violence hotline calls during wartime
Shelters for religious and haredi women at full capacity as organization says security emergencies are intensifying danger inside the home.
Houthi official threw 13-year-old girl down well, killing her, after marital dispute
Beersheba woman killed, eight-year-old severely injured in domestic stabbing attack
Iraqi feminist who saved thousands from honor killings slain by gunman outside home in Baghdad
Margaret Atwood responds to Israel's Handmaid’s Tale protesters
Bonot Alternativa they are also a protesting against violence against women, such as murder and sexual assault, as well as many other issues in Israel
Israel Police arrest husband for allegedly murdering wife in Haifa
The couple had been treated by social services two years ago after they experienced a "relationship crisis".
Merav Michaeli ditches black for red ahead of domestic violence vote
The coalition is expected to vote against the bill requiring domestic abusers to wear tracking devices, with Ben-Gvir saying it needs to be "more balanced."
Polish court rules activist guilty of helping terminate pregnancy
Along with Malta, Poland's anti-abortion laws are among the most restrictive in Europe, allowing for termination only in specific circumstances.
Jerusalem woman in serious condition, ex allegedly set her on fire
Woman's ex suspected of setting her aflame, committing suicide right after
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Israeli NGO appeal to gov't for immediate action against rising femicide rates
In nearly 80% of femicide cases in 2022, the woman was murdered by someone close to them.
41-year-old woman killed with hammer, partner arrested
Women's organizations have called on the government to address the rise in domestic violence after four women were killed in the last two weeks.
Rick and Morty co-creator Justin Roiland awaiting domestic violence trial - report
.Media outlets did not pick up on the 2020 charges until Roiland’s appearance at a pre-trial hearing this past Thursday.
Murder of women on the rise in Israel, 50% increase from 2021
In 79% of femicide cases in 2022, the woman was murdered by someone close to them, and in four cases, the murderer was identified as the victim's son.
