Topic summary
Honor killings
Extracted from the Wikipedia article Honor killing.
Extent
Honor killings occur in many parts of the world, but are most widely reported in the Middle East, South Asia and North Africa. They also occur in regions such as East Africa, Chechnya, and Latin America. Historically, honor killings were also common in Southern Europe, until relatively recently. Generational family feuds resulting in murders continue to take place in Sardinia in the 21st century.