Banaz had the bravery, the strength and the courage of 10 men

So beautiful you could look at her forever

Pure and innocent like a lamb

Her soul more precious than diamonds

But born amongst the basest devils.

There was no honour in her killing

So terrified but so strong she fought for her life

And would not die quick.

You have no honour, you are cowards only

No heroes in your homeland.

I am haunted by your face, by your voice

The desolate echo you left behind is deafening.

I am so sorry no one saved you Banaz

There was no honour to save.

Just a wretched, infinite loss remains.

No one can harm you anymore,

Beautiful girl.

© Natasha Haidar 2020