Gisele Pelicot, an icon in the fight against sexual violence, attended the appeal of Husamettin Dogan, convicted in a drugging and rape case. Dogan, sentenced to nine years last year, denies intending to rape Pelicot, claiming he was deceived by her ex-husband who drugged her. The trial, which has garnered international attention, continues with a verdict expected Thursday. Pelicot's courage has made her a symbol against sexual assault in France.

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