Life Sentences Handed to Pakistani Parents in Italy's 'Honour Killing' Case

An Italian court has sentenced two parents to life in jail for the "honour killing" of their teenage daughter, Saman Abbas, who refused to travel to Pakistan for an arranged marriage. The victim's mother, Nazia Shaheen, remains at large and is believed to be hiding in Pakistan. The court also sentenced the victim's uncle to 14 years in jail, while two cousins were cleared of any wrongdoing. Saman Abbas' murder is one of several high-profile cases in Italy involving mistreatment of women who rebel against relatives. The verdict can be appealed.