Acid attacks rise in Bangladesh targeting women
In northern Bangladesh, Popy Rani Das and Tahmina Islam survive an acid assault blamed on a spurned suitor. The attack shows rising acid violence against women amid dowry pressures, with 1983 domestic violence law and death penalty in place but limited relief.
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Acid Attacks Spark Call for Bangladesh Legal Ban
The Bangladesh National Woman Lawyers Association petitions the Supreme Court in August seeking a law against selling acid. Officials note police corruption and judge apathy hinder cases, while doctors warn of rising acid burn injuries and a scarce burn treatment system.
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Acid Attacks in Cambodia Shift From Men to Women
In Cambodia, two thirds of acid assaults are committed by women, aiming to scar victims rather than kill. Tat Somarina, 17, survived a high profile attack by a rival’s wife and now endures long treatment in the United States as doctors and rights groups cite at least 20 copycat cases.
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