PARIS (Reuters) – A French courtroom discovered Dominique Pelicot responsible on Thursday of repeatedly drugging and raping his spouse for nearly a decade, and alluring dozens of strangers to rape her unconscious physique.
All of the Frenchman’s 50 co-defendants have been additionally discovered responsible of rape, tried rape or sexual assault.
Under are a few of the reactions to a trial that shocked the world.
GERMAN CHANCELLOR OLAF SCHOLZ
“The shame must change sides. Thank you, Gisele Pelicot! You courageously went from anonymity to a public figure and fought for justice. You gave women around the world a strong voice. The shame always lies with the perpetrator.”
SPANISH PRIME MINISTER PEDRO SANCHEZ
“What dignity. Thank you, Gisele Pelicot.”
YAEL BRAUN-PIVET, PRESIDENT OF FRANCE’S NATIONAL ASSEMBLY
“Thank you for your courage Gisèle Pélicot…The world is no longer the same thanks to you.”
FRENCH FAR-RIGHT LEADER JORDAN BARDELLA
“By facing her accused and refusing to let the case be heard behind closed doors, Gisele Pelicot demonstrated courage and dignity that moved France. May this trial once again free people to speak, for the benefit of all victims.”
