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Deers At Jiangsu National Nature Reserve - China

Xue Dandan records condition of milu deer at the Dafeng Milu National Nature Reserve in east China's Jiangsu Province, on June 7, 2025. Xue Dandan, 35, is the head of the security department of Dafeng Milu National Nature Reserve in Jiangsu. After graduating in 2016, she devoted herself to patrol management and public science education of milu deer in the reserve. When she first arrived, she knew little about the species. Over the past nine years, Xue has immersed herself in relevant materials, consulted experts and scholars, and conducted regular field patrols with colleagues. While constantly enriching her knowledge on the species, she has also translated professional knowledge of milu deer protection into accessible information for the public. Through daily work, Xue has developed a deep bond with milu deer. She helped villagers rescue a milu deer trapped by nets, and also participated in building an intelligent platform, which monitors the biodiversity of milu deer habitats. "The reserve is like my home a

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Deers At Jiangsu National Nature Reserve - China

A herd of milu deer rest in water at the Dafeng Milu National Nature Reserve in east China's Jiangsu Province, on June 7, 2025. Xue Dandan, 35, is the head of the security department of Dafeng Milu National Nature Reserve in Jiangsu. After graduating in 2016, she devoted herself to patrol management and public science education of milu deer in the reserve. When she first arrived, she knew little about the species. Over the past nine years, Xue has immersed herself in relevant materials, consulted experts and scholars, and conducted regular field patrols with colleagues. While constantly enriching her knowledge on the species, she has also translated professional knowledge of milu deer protection into accessible information for the public. Through daily work, Xue has developed a deep bond with milu deer. She helped villagers rescue a milu deer trapped by nets, and also participated in building an intelligent platform, which monitors the biodiversity of milu deer habitats. "The reserve is like my home and the m

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Deers At Jiangsu National Nature Reserve - China

A herd of milu deer cross a street at the Dafeng Milu National Nature Reserve in east China's Jiangsu Province, on June 7, 2025. Xue Dandan, 35, is the head of the security department of Dafeng Milu National Nature Reserve in Jiangsu. After graduating in 2016, she devoted herself to patrol management and public science education of milu deer in the reserve. When she first arrived, she knew little about the species. Over the past nine years, Xue has immersed herself in relevant materials, consulted experts and scholars, and conducted regular field patrols with colleagues. While constantly enriching her knowledge on the species, she has also translated professional knowledge of milu deer protection into accessible information for the public. Through daily work, Xue has developed a deep bond with milu deer. She helped villagers rescue a milu deer trapped by nets, and also participated in building an intelligent platform, which monitors the biodiversity of milu deer habitats. "The reserve is like my home and the

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Deers At Jiangsu National Nature Reserve - China

An aerial drone photo taken on June 7, 2025 shows Xue Dandan patrolling at the Dafeng Milu National Nature Reserve in east China's Jiangsu Province. Xue Dandan, 35, is the head of the security department of Dafeng Milu National Nature Reserve in Jiangsu. After graduating in 2016, she devoted herself to patrol management and public science education of milu deer in the reserve. When she first arrived, she knew little about the species. Over the past nine years, Xue has immersed herself in relevant materials, consulted experts and scholars, and conducted regular field patrols with colleagues. While constantly enriching her knowledge on the species, she has also translated professional knowledge of milu deer protection into accessible information for the public. Through daily work, Xue has developed a deep bond with milu deer. She helped villagers rescue a milu deer trapped by nets, and also participated in building an intelligent platform, which monitors the biodiversity of milu deer habitats. "The reserve is l

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Deers At Jiangsu National Nature Reserve - China

A drone photo taken on June 7, 2025 shows milu deer wading through water at the Dafeng Milu National Nature Reserve in east China's Jiangsu Province. Xue Dandan, 35, is the head of the security department of Dafeng Milu National Nature Reserve in Jiangsu. After graduating in 2016, she devoted herself to patrol management and public science education of milu deer in the reserve. When she first arrived, she knew little about the species. Over the past nine years, Xue has immersed herself in relevant materials, consulted experts and scholars, and conducted regular field patrols with colleagues. While constantly enriching her knowledge on the species, she has also translated professional knowledge of milu deer protection into accessible information for the public. Through daily work, Xue has developed a deep bond with milu deer. She helped villagers rescue a milu deer trapped by nets, and also participated in building an intelligent platform, which monitors the biodiversity of milu deer habitats. "The reserve is

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Deers At Jiangsu National Nature Reserve - China

A male milu deer is seen at the Dafeng Milu National Nature Reserve in east China's Jiangsu Province, on June 7, 2025. Xue Dandan, 35, is the head of the security department of Dafeng Milu National Nature Reserve in Jiangsu. After graduating in 2016, she devoted herself to patrol management and public science education of milu deer in the reserve. When she first arrived, she knew little about the species. Over the past nine years, Xue has immersed herself in relevant materials, consulted experts and scholars, and conducted regular field patrols with colleagues. While constantly enriching her knowledge on the species, she has also translated professional knowledge of milu deer protection into accessible information for the public. Through daily work, Xue has developed a deep bond with milu deer. She helped villagers rescue a milu deer trapped by nets, and also participated in building an intelligent platform, which monitors the biodiversity of milu deer habitats. "The reserve is like my home and the milu deer

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Deers At Jiangsu National Nature Reserve - China

Milu deer are seen at the Dafeng Milu National Nature Reserve in east China's Jiangsu Province, on June 7, 2025. Xue Dandan, 35, is the head of the security department of Dafeng Milu National Nature Reserve in Jiangsu. After graduating in 2016, she devoted herself to patrol management and public science education of milu deer in the reserve. When she first arrived, she knew little about the species. Over the past nine years, Xue has immersed herself in relevant materials, consulted experts and scholars, and conducted regular field patrols with colleagues. While constantly enriching her knowledge on the species, she has also translated professional knowledge of milu deer protection into accessible information for the public. Through daily work, Xue has developed a deep bond with milu deer. She helped villagers rescue a milu deer trapped by nets, and also participated in building an intelligent platform, which monitors the biodiversity of milu deer habitats. "The reserve is like my home and the milu deer are my

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Deers At Jiangsu National Nature Reserve - China

A herd of milu deer are seen at the Dafeng Milu National Nature Reserve in east China's Jiangsu Province, on June 7, 2025. Xue Dandan, 35, is the head of the security department of Dafeng Milu National Nature Reserve in Jiangsu. After graduating in 2016, she devoted herself to patrol management and public science education of milu deer in the reserve. When she first arrived, she knew little about the species. Over the past nine years, Xue has immersed herself in relevant materials, consulted experts and scholars, and conducted regular field patrols with colleagues. While constantly enriching her knowledge on the species, she has also translated professional knowledge of milu deer protection into accessible information for the public. Through daily work, Xue has developed a deep bond with milu deer. She helped villagers rescue a milu deer trapped by nets, and also participated in building an intelligent platform, which monitors the biodiversity of milu deer habitats. "The reserve is like my home and the milu d

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Deers At Jiangsu National Nature Reserve - China

Male milu deer are seen at the Dafeng Milu National Nature Reserve in east China's Jiangsu Province, on June 7, 2025. Xue Dandan, 35, is the head of the security department of Dafeng Milu National Nature Reserve in Jiangsu. After graduating in 2016, she devoted herself to patrol management and public science education of milu deer in the reserve. When she first arrived, she knew little about the species. Over the past nine years, Xue has immersed herself in relevant materials, consulted experts and scholars, and conducted regular field patrols with colleagues. While constantly enriching her knowledge on the species, she has also translated professional knowledge of milu deer protection into accessible information for the public. Through daily work, Xue has developed a deep bond with milu deer. She helped villagers rescue a milu deer trapped by nets, and also participated in building an intelligent platform, which monitors the biodiversity of milu deer habitats. "The reserve is like my home and the milu deer a

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Deers At Jiangsu National Nature Reserve - China

A drone photo taken on June 7, 2025 shows a fish jumping out of water as milu deer wading through water at the Dafeng Milu National Nature Reserve in east China's Jiangsu Province. Xue Dandan, 35, is the head of the security department of Dafeng Milu National Nature Reserve in Jiangsu. After graduating in 2016, she devoted herself to patrol management and public science education of milu deer in the reserve. When she first arrived, she knew little about the species. Over the past nine years, Xue has immersed herself in relevant materials, consulted experts and scholars, and conducted regular field patrols with colleagues. While constantly enriching her knowledge on the species, she has also translated professional knowledge of milu deer protection into accessible information for the public. Through daily work, Xue has developed a deep bond with milu deer. She helped villagers rescue a milu deer trapped by nets, and also participated in building an intelligent platform, which monitors the biodiversity of milu

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Syrian President Bashar El Assad gives an interview to French journalist Christian Malar

In just over ten days, Syrian rebels have taken control of Syria's main cities, including the capital Damascus on Saturday night. President Bashar al-Assad, in power since 2000, has fled the country, according to Russia - FILE - Syrian President Bashar Al Assad gives an interview to France 3 journalist Christian Malar, in Damascus on December 5, 2005. Assad said he was cooperating with the UN inquiry commission after the murder of former Lebanese Prime Minister Rafiq Hariri because he knew 'Syria was totally innoncent of this crime'. Photo by Balkis Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Dad Finds His Three Kids Stabbed To Death As Mum Flees - Taninges

NO PARISIEN - The mayor of Taninges, Gilles Peguet, knew Deborah P.'s family well, and played music with them in a small local orchestra. Taninges, Haute-Savoie, France on 13 November 2024. A father has made an unimaginable discovery after his three children were stabbed to death at their home in France. The child victims, a 13-year-old girl and her two brothers, aged 11 and 2, were discovered at around 1pm on Tuesday afternoon. Their mother, aged 45, who is said to suffer from mental health problems, is considered a key suspect and is currently on the run, having fled into the surrounding area after the murders. Her car was found in Switzerland and a body was found inside. However, as of Thursday morning, there was no confirmation that it was in fact Deborah Pel, the wanted mother of the family. Photo by Thomas Pueyo/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Dad Finds His Three Kids Stabbed To Death As Mum Flees - Taninges

NO PARISIEN - The mayor of Taninges, Gilles Peguet, knew Deborah P.'s family well, and played music with them in a small local orchestra. Taninges, Haute-Savoie, France on 13 November 2024. A father has made an unimaginable discovery after his three children were stabbed to death at their home in France. The child victims, a 13-year-old girl and her two brothers, aged 11 and 2, were discovered at around 1pm on Tuesday afternoon. Their mother, aged 45, who is said to suffer from mental health problems, is considered a key suspect and is currently on the run, having fled into the surrounding area after the murders. Her car was found in Switzerland and a body was found inside. However, as of Thursday morning, there was no confirmation that it was in fact Deborah Pel, the wanted mother of the family. Photo by Thomas Pueyo/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Jean-Pierre Marechal's lawyer Patrick Gontard exits the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Dominique Pelicot’s lawyer Beatrice Zavarro speaks to the press as she exits the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Dominique Pelicot’s lawyer Beatrice Zavarro speaks to the press as she exits the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Dominique Pelicot’s lawyer Beatrice Zavarro speaks to the press as she exits the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Gisele Pelicot’s lawyer Antoine Camus speaks to the press as he exits the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Gisele Pelicot’s lawyer Antoine Camus speaks to the press as he exits the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Jean-Pierre Marechal's lawyer Patrick Gontard speaks to the press as he exits the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Gisele Pelicot’s lawyer Antoine Camus speaks to the press as he exits the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Gisele Pelicot’s lawyer Antoine Camus speaks to the press as he exits the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Jean-Pierre Marechal's lawyer Patrick Gontard speaks to the press as he exits the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Gisele Pelicot, flanked by her lawyer Stephane Babonneau exits the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Jean-Pierre Marechal's lawyer Patrick Gontard speaks to the press as he exits the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Gisele Pelicot, flanked by her lawyer Stephane Babonneau exits the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Jean-Pierre Marechal's lawyer Patrick Gontard speaks to the press as he exits the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Gisele Pelicot, flanked by her lawyer Stephane Babonneau exits the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Gisele Pelicot, flanked by her lawyer Stephane Babonneau exits the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Gisele Pelicot’s daughter Caroline Darian exits the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Gisele Pelicot, flanked by her lawyer Stephane Babonneau exits the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Jean-Pierre Marechal's lawyer Patrick Gontard speaks to the press as he exits the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Gisele Pelicot, flanked by her lawyer Stephane Babonneau exits the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Jean-Pierre Marechal's lawyer Patrick Gontard speaks to the press as he exits the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Gisele Pelicot’s daughter Caroline Darian exits the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Gisele Pelicot, flanked by her lawyer Stephane Babonneau exits the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Gisele Pelicot, flanked by her lawyer Stephane Babonneau exits the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Gisele Pelicot, flanked by her lawyer Stephane Babonneau exits the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Jean-Pierre Marechal's lawyer Patrick Gontard speaks to the press as he exits the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Jean-Pierre Marechal's lawyer Patrick Gontard speaks to the press as he exits the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Gisele Pelicot, flanked by her lawyer Stephane Babonneau exits the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Gisele Pelicot, flanked by her lawyer Stephane Babonneau arrives to the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Gisele Pelicot, flanked by her lawyer Stephane Babonneau arrives to the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Gisele Pelicot, flanked by her lawyer Stephane Babonneau arrives to the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Gisele Pelicot, flanked by her lawyer Stephane Babonneau arrives to the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

The prison van arrives to the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

The prison van arrives to the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France, for the trial of Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Gisele Pelicot, flanked by her lawyer Stephane Babonneau arrives to the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Gisele Pelicot, flanked by her lawyer Stephane Babonneau arrives to the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM

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'I Am A Rapist’ Admits Husband In Mass Rape Trial - Avignon

Gisele Pelicot, flanked by her lawyer Stephane Babonneau arrives to the courtroom on September 18, 2024 at the Avignon courthouse, south of France for the trial of her former partner Dominique Pelicot. On Tuesday Dominique Pelicot, the 71-year-old man accused of drugging his wife to sleep and recruiting dozens of men to abuse her for over 10 years, has admitted to all the charges against him in his first testimony since the trial opened on 2 September. Referring to the 50 co-defendants who are accused of raping his now ex-wife Gisèle, Mr Pelicot said: "I am a rapist like the others in this room." "They all knew, they cannot say the contrary," he said. Only 15 of the 50 defendants admit rape, with most saying they only took part in sexual acts. Photo by Laurent Coust/ABACAPRESS.COM