Lack of Measures Against Femicide in Cyprus
October 4, 2025
Since 2014, there have been 43 femicides recorded in Cyprus, with the latest involving a 62-year-old Iranian woman killed by her ex-husband. Most femicides stem from situations of domestic violence, where women feel trapped and afraid to react. Although there has been a reported decline in femicides in recent years, the threat remains real. The social attitudes linking male authority to female submission continue to impact the lives of many women. Authorities and NGOs are trying to provide support and protection for victims, but reports of violence remain high.