Pakistan, Feb. 17 -- As the rest of us conveniently look away, a disturbing pattern of domestic violence rooted in a toxic obsession with family honour continues to shackle countless lives, predominantly those of women.

On Friday, Rawalpindi Police arrested a man for allegedly poisoning his niece over mere suspicions of falling in love. Tragically, she is not alone; every day, many girls across the nation live in fear of pursuing their dreams or acting on their desires. They understand that defying societal norms could lead to severe consequences, including losing their lives for perceived betrayal. According to the Human Rights Commission of Pakistan, nearly one thousand women become victims of these horrific practices annually, making ...