Gisèle Pelicot has publicly denounced the mass rape case involving 51 men, calling it a 'trial of cowardice' and criticizing France's patriarchal society. She waived her anonymity to ensure the trial's transparency in Avignon, where her ex-husband, Dominique Pelicot, admitted to recruiting men to rape her over nearly a decade. The trial has raised significant issues regarding consent and drug-induced sexual assault, with some defendants admitting to the crime while others deny it. The courtroom atmosphere became tense during questioning, highlighting the emotional toll on Ms. Pelicot and her family. Teljes cikk (bbc.com europe)