The most powerful woman is the one who dares to say 'No' with unwavering confidence —enough killing.

Shirin zaky jundy

Violence has become so commonplace in our society that news of yet another murder barely stirs a reaction. What should invoke outrage and demand justice has instead been met with apathy, as if these tragedies are just an unavoidable part of life. This normalization of brutality is not only alarming but deeply dangerous. If we fail to confront it now, we risk fostering a culture where human life is devalued, and justice becomes an illusion.

The tragic events of last night in Erbil are a chilling reminder of a 2013 case where justice was never fully served. A decade later, history is repeating itself, proving that society has learned nothing. With each unpunished crime, a dangerous precedent is set—one that tells criminals they can act without consequence while victims and their families are left to suffer in silence. This growing pattern of impunity has bred indifference, stripping people of their outrage and allowing injustice to become just another headline.

To break this cycle of violence, we must rethink our approach to education. True education is more than just parenting—it is the foundation that shapes values, instills moral responsibility, and fosters a society that rejects injustice. Yet, time and again, we see how deeply flawed our collective awareness is, especially in the aftermath of such tragedies. Nowhere is this more evident than on social media, where reactions to these crimes often reveal a disturbing lack of empathy. Instead of demanding justice, many reduce these horrific events to debates that excuse or justify the actions of perpetrators, exposing just how much we have normalized oppression and cruelty.

It is deeply disturbing that when a woman and her family suffer a grave injustice, some voices rush to justify the perpetrator’s actions or suggest that the woman should have been more tolerant to prevent the tragedy. This toxic mindset shifts the blame onto the victim while absolving the real offender. The truth is undeniable: the man alone is responsible for violating the rights of his wife and family. Yet, these attitudes reveal a far more insidious issue—women are still not seen as equals. They are silenced, discouraged from seeking justice, and conditioned to endure oppression rather than resist it. As long as these beliefs persist, true justice will remain out of reach.

If we truly seek a just society, we must dismantle these harmful beliefs and ensure that every crime is met with accountability. Justice cannot be a privilege reserved for a few—it must be an unshakable force that protects all individuals, regardless of gender. No perpetrator should walk free while victims are left to suffer in silence. A society that tolerates injustice is complicit in it, and until we demand real change, these tragedies will continue. The time to act is now.