Iraqi Kurd authorities neglecting domestic violence survivors: Amnesty

BAGHDAD: Women and girls subjected to domestic violence in Iraqi Kurdistan face “daunting obstacles” when they seek state protection, Amnesty International said, accusing authorities of failing to prosecute the abusers.
A report issued Wednesday by the London-based rights group said gender-based violence in the autonomous northern region was “perpetuated by a criminal justice system that fuels impunity.”