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Dominique Pelicot, ex-mari de Gisèle Pelicot, testified in the appeal trial of the Mazan rape case, stating that the accused knew he would rape Gisèle. The accused's full awareness of Gisèle's state was also confirmed by the lead investigator. Meanwhile, a group of feminists showed solidarity with Gisèle outside the court. The trial also revealed that Pelicot had recorded at least five scenes of the alleged rapes, which incriminate the accused.

The appeal trial for the Mazan rape cases is underway, with the sole accused facing significant pressure, according to his lawyer. The accused is described by experts as having an "abnormal" sexual lifestyle, involving libertinism, pornography, and prostitution. The commune of Mazan remains deeply affected by the events. The accused maintains his innocence, stating, "I never intended to rape this woman." Gisèle Pelicot, a key figure in the case, expressed that the appeal trial is crucial for moving forward. She arrived at the court amidst applause from supporters. The trial involves 51 men accused of rape facilitated by chemical submission, with Pelicot facing the last remaining defendant.

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At least fifteen children at a maternelle school in France are suspected of having been sexually abused, with one assistant arrested and charged for allegedly violating nine children.

Following incidents at a Montpellier maternelle school, the rectorate announced enhanced support for the educational community. Local union representative Arnaud Gallais expressed concern about protecting children. Multiple headlines reported the arrest of an employee accused of sexually assaulting nine children aged 3 to 4. Authorities placed her in detention, and two families filed complaints. Separately, an agent at an Arles maternelle school was accused of sexual assault, leading to two families filing complaints. A vandalism incident at an Arles maternelle school resulted in the arrest of three minors.