The United States says eliminating violence against women and girls “requires all of us” to take action.
US Secretary of State Michael Pompeo stated this in a message on the 2018 International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.
Pompeo said violence against women was a global issue that affected millions of people annually.
The U.S. top diplomat said: “Every woman and girl deserves a life free from violence.
“The Unites States is committed to advancing gender equality and preventing and responding to all forms of violence against women and girls, from domestic and sexual violence to forced marriage and so-called honour killings. Read more