Amnesty International Highlights Growing Obstacles to Abortion Access Across Europe
Amnesty International warns of regressive abortion policies across Europe amid rising anti-rights activism and systemic barriers to care.
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Amnesty International Highlights Growing Obstacles to Abortion Access Across Europe
Amnesty International warns of regressive abortion policies across Europe amid rising anti-rights activism and systemic barriers to care.
Femicide in France Rises by 11% in 2024, Highlighting Alarming Domestic Violence Trends
France has seen an 11% increase in femicides in 2024, with 107 women killed by partners, exposing troubling domestic violence patterns.
France enacts historic consent-based reform in sexual assault and rape laws
France has passed a landmark reform introducing a consent-based definition of rape, aiming to improve prosecution and promote a culture of consent.
France Overhauls Rape Law to Prioritize Consent Following Gisèle Pelicot Case
France passes historic law redefining rape to require explicit consent, following the landmark Gisèle Pelicot case, marking a pivotal step in combating sexual violence.
Woman Fatally Stabbed by Husband in Lyon Suburb Highlights Domestic Violence Crisis
A 39-year-old woman was fatally stabbed by her husband in a Lyon suburb, highlighting the ongoing crisis of domestic violence and femicide in France.
2024 Domestic Violence in France: Over 272,000 Victims, Majority Women
France records 272,400 domestic violence victims in 2024, mostly women, with physical violence dominating the cases and regional disparities noted.
Increased Sentencing Demanded in Mazan Rape Case Amid Ongoing Femicide Tragedies in France
Judicial authorities demand harsher sentences in the Mazan rape trial as a separate femicide case in Gard underscores the persistent crisis of violence against women in France.
Domestic Femicide in Paris: Suspect Arrested After Fatal Attack
A man has been arrested in Paris for the fatal stabbing of his wife, highlighting ongoing concerns over domestic violence in France.
Ongoing Disparities in Women's Political Representation in French Media
A study reveals ongoing gender disparities in the media coverage of French women politicians.
Investigation Launched After Femicides of Inès Mecellem Spotlight Justice System Failures
The French Minister of Justice announces an investigation into systemic failures following the femicide of Inès Mecellem, despite her multiple alerts and complaints.