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Nationwide Protests Erupt in France in Solidarity with Gisèle Pelicot Against Sexual Violence

Thousands of people across France have taken to the streets in a powerful display of solidarity with Gisèle Pelicot, a woman who was drugged by her husband and raped by multiple men over nearly a decade. The protests, which saw a significant turnout in cities including Paris, were organized to support Pelicot and to stand against the pervasive 'rape culture' in the country. Protesters, predominantly women, carried placards and banners, some of which hailed Pelicot for her bravery in speaking out against her harrowing ordeal. The rallies were not just in support of Pelicot but also aimed at highlighting the broader issue of sexual violence against women in France. This mass mobilization has turned Pelicot into a symbol of the fight against sexual violence, drawing national and international attention to the issue.

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