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Gisèle Pelicot, a victim of mass rape, returns to court as one attacker appeals a conviction. While her case was initially seen as a catalyst against sexual violence in France, local sentiment and official responses suggest a waning impact. Despite increased reporting and some high-profile convictions, campaigners and experts believe the state's approach to tackling sexual violence is deteriorating, facing a backlash from resurgent rape culture ideas and governmental inertia.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.