French mass rape trial ignites calls for changes to the law

French prosecutors are seeking the maximum 20-year sentence for a man charged with drugging and raping his then-wife, and recruiting dozens of men to assault her. Dominique Pelicot, who had admitted to the charges, and 50 other men accused of participating in the acts, can expect the court's verdict by Dec 20. As CNA’s Ross Cullen reports, the case - which has sparked global outrage - could also lead to changes in French rape laws. Subscribe to our channel here: https://cna.asia/youtubesub Subscribe to our news service for must-read stories: Telegram - https://cna.asia/telegram WhatsApp - https://cna.asia/whatsapp Follow us: CNA: https://cna.asia CNA Lifestyle: http://www.cnalifestyle.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/channelnewsasia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/channelnewsasia Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/channelnewsasia TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@channelnewsasia