
The Global Story: The murders that moved a nation: Italy’s new femicide law
From Global News Podcast
Published 12/14/2025

From Global News Podcast
Published 12/14/2025
**This episode contains descriptions of abuse and violence**In November, the Italian parliament voted unanimously to introduce the term “femicide” into the country’s legal code. The murder of a woman – on account of her gender – is now a distinct crime, punishable with a life sentence.The United…