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HISTORICAL FACTS: 2 - The Untold Story

Gisèle Pelicot has become a household name since the world learned of the unimaginable ordeal she suffered at the hands of her husband. What many of us might be shocked to discover is that there are still many websites where men exchange tips and ideas on how to drug women…

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Another abuse scandal rocks France after Gisèle Pelicot, this time involving children

In a troubling turn of events, Paris finds itself at the center of a child abuse controversy, with reports surpassing 100 allegations of mistreatment and sexual assault within schools. Fueled by the Gisèle Pelicot case, concerned parents are pushing for thorough investigations and accountability from authorities.

The Times of India

MeTooEcole - rare trial opens in Paris child abuse case

Inspired by Gisèle Pelicot, parents' groups in France are calling for more attention to child sex abuse scandals, as a rare public trial opens in Paris.

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Gisele Pelicot calls for ‘justice’ in message to victim of teenage rapists spared jail

Gisele Pelicot has called for ‘justice to do its work’ as the sentences of two teenage boys spared jail for the rape of two girls was referred to the Court of Appeal for review.

The Independent UK

A rare public trial opens in Paris child abuse case as parents seek a national wake-up call

Parents’ groups in France are calling for more attention to child abuse scandals as a rare public trial opens in Paris

The Independent UK

‘Deeply shocked’: French rape survivior reacts after UK teen rapists spared jail

French survivor Gisele Pelicot voiced her disbelief over a recent ruling where three English teenagers were given Youth Rehabilitation Orders for sexually assaulting two young girls, aged 15 and 14. The victims expressed their despair, deeming the penalty a mere 'slap on the wrist.

The Times of India

Gisèle Pelicot, Who Survived Major French Rape Trial, 'Deeply Shocked' by Decision Not to Jail Boys in UK Case

Gisèle Pelicot, a French rape survivor, criticises a recent UK court's decision to give youth rehabilitation orders to teenage rapists.

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Gisèle Pelicot ‘deeply shocked’ teenage boys avoided jail in rape case

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The Independent UK

Gisèle Pelicot says she is ‘deeply shocked’ by decision not to jail boys in Hampshire rape case

One of the victims said the sentences were like ‘a rock straight in my face’

The Independent UK

Gisèle Pelicot tells Hay festival she has found love and trust again after rape ordeal

French campaigner was drugged by her ex-husband and sexually assaulted by dozens of men over almost a decade

The Guardian - UK

Rape survivor Gisele Pelicot describes finding love again after her ordeal

Speaking at the Hay Festival on Saturday, Ms Pelicot she never thought she could trust a man again before meeting her partner, Jean-Loup Agopian.

Evening Standard

Rape survivor Gisele Pelicot describes finding love and trust again: ‘It’s something that I didn’t think could happen’

‘I didn’t really want to (fall in love), but life decided otherwise,’ Pelicot said during an appearance at the Hay Festival

The Independent UK

Crush, prompter, charo: new French dictionary adds 150 words

The 2027 edition of Le Petit Robert, one of France’s most widely used dictionaries, has added 150 words and expressions that reflect new trends shaping French language and society – from AI to globalisation.

Radio France Internationale

Drugged, Abused, Filmed: Inside #EndEyeCheck’s Fight Against Online Sexual Violence

Videos of assault, “eye checks”, and online communities built around unconscious women — two survivors are confronting the disturbing reality of drug-facilitated sexual abuse online.

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Euronews

Sexual violence and rape offences are rising in the EU, new data shows

Reports of rape and sexual violence surge in the EU as the bloc pushes for a consent-based definition of rape.

Radio France Internationale

France investigates return of banned website linked to rape and sexual abuse

France has launched an investigation into the reappearance of the website that enabled Dominique Pelicot to recruit dozens of strangers to rape his heavily sedated wife, Gisèle, after it was banned two years ago.

The Guardian - UK

‘Only yes means yes’: MEPs call for EU to adopt consent-based definition of rape

Legislators say move would be crucial step towards addressing patchwork of laws in place across bloc

Radio France Internationale

EU parliament approves resolution to define rape as sex without consent

The European Parliament on Tuesday approved a resolution calling for an EU-wide definition of rape based on the absence of freely given and informed consent.

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Gisèle Pelicot and Ukraine's Zelensky honoured with Four Freedoms awards

French rape survivor Gisèle Pelicot and Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky were among the recipients of the prestigious Four Freedoms Award at a ceremony in the Netherlands on Thursday.

Evening Standard

Harriet Harman calls on Queen to meet Epstein survivors during US visit

The King and Queen do not plan to meet survivors of the convicted sex offender.

Radio France Internationale

'Speaking helps us heal' says Rwandan survivor on genocide anniversary

Rwanda on Tuesday began its annual commemoration of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsis – a period of remembrance for the victims and reflection on the legacy of the killings. For survivor Godelieve Mukasarasi, that past has shaped more than three decades of work helping women who were raped during…

Euronews

Sweden charges man for coercing wife into providing sexual services to over 120 men

In addition to being charged with aggravated pimping, the 62-year-old suspect was also charged with eight rapes.

International Business Times UK

Queen Camilla Tells Sexual Abuse Survivors 'You Are Not Alone' Amid Disgraced Ex-Prince Andrew Fallout

The Queen's remarks came at a sensitive moment for the royal family as investigations into Andrew continue.

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Queen Camilla delivers speech condemning abuse and violence against women

During an International Women’s Day even, Queen Camilla delivered a speech condemning abuse and violence against females.

The Independent UK

Hay Festival announces inspiring line-up for 2026 event

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