Domestic Violence Outlawed in Saudi Arabia

Just yesterday, domestic violence was declared illegal for the first time ever in Saudi Arabia. Finally, some good news from Saudi Arabia--a country where women are still not allowed to vote! In fact, it is the only country left in the entire world where women are still not allowed to vote (except for, um, maybe the Vatican). But don't worry, King Abdullah promises voting IS on the agenda . . . in 2015. Now, for that pesky ban in Saudi Arabia against women driving cars . . . .

Saudi Arabia Passes Domestic Abuse Ban For First Time - Huffington Post

Saudi Arabia's Domestic Violence Law is a First Step to Changing Attitudes - The Guardian