French MPs back bill to tackle sexual and gender-based violence

A world news story from the U.S., reported by France 24.

World News · the U.S. · October 14, 2026

From France 24

In France, a child is reportedly raped or sexually assaulted every three minutes. In a bid to put an end to sexual and gender-based violence, French MPs have voted for a comprehensive bill that could turn into law by the end of the year; it has yet to be debated by the more conservative Senate at the end of the month.

Reported by France 24, October 14, 2026. Read the full story at France 24 →

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