The law also sets new conditions for those convicted of femicide and reinforces obligations for educational and awareness-raising initiatives to combat gender-based violence, Ansa reported.
The law was symbolically passed on November 25, the International Day Against Violence Against Women.
The decision came after 22-year-old Giulia Cheketin was killed by her ex-partner in 2023, sparking a strong public reaction and sparking a debate about gender-based violence.
Italian Prime Minister Đorđa Meloni presented the law, which was supported by both the government and the opposition.
Last year, 116 women were killed
The new law specifies that femicide will be classified when the killing of a woman results from hatred, discrimination, domination or control over her, including situations of ending a relationship or restricting personal freedoms. According to the Italian police, 116 women were killed last year.
With this law, Italy joins EU countries that already have defined femicide, such as Cyprus, Malta and Croatia.
The parents of the victims, including Giulia’s father, Gino Ceketin, emphasize the importance of educating young people about respect and gender equality, while experts warn that the law in itself is not enough without wider social and economic engagement in the fight against gender inequality.
The law was adopted unanimously, and the parliamentary session ended with the applause of the deputies, reports RTCG.
(Vijesti.ba)
