'Revenge porn,' leaked selfies: Sextortion spreads in Iraq

Women in Iraq say they are facing a staggering increase in online "sextortion" by both malicious hackers and former romantic partners — a practice known as revenge porn. Victims, activists and lawyers blame the phenomenon on a blend of factors: a conservative society, social media being used as virtual dating platforms, poor digital security among victims and weak laws.

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