Jordanian parliament repeals 'marry the rapist' clause
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The lower house of Jordan's parliament on Tuesday scrapped a provision in the kingdom's penal code that allowed a rapist to escape punishment if he married his victim.
Cheers erupted from the spectators' gallery as legislators narrowly voted for repeal, following an emotional debate. It was seen as a major victory for women's rights in the kingdom after years of campaigning by activists.
