Fifty-one men of all ages, professions and origins have been on trial in Avignon, southern France, since September. All but one, who is on the run, took the stand to explain their background and their involvement in the rapes of Gisèle Pelicot as she was drugged by her husband Dominique Pelicot. Many of them denied any guilt, despite video evidence. Here are their profiles.
France launches inquiry into treatment of nationals on Gaza flotilla
Iris East
France is launching an inquiry into the treatment of its nationals aboard the Gaza flotilla, as announced by Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot. Reports allege violations
Rescuers free one of seven villagers trapped in flooded Laos cave
Robbie Robertson
What’s going on?
Rescuers confirmed the successful evacuation of one of seven villagers trapped in a flooded cave in Laos. Their release came after significant