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French justice system 'overwhelmed, understaffed': Sexual assault victims endure 'systemic' failures
The French justice system is described as overwhelmed and understaffed, with systemic failures in handling sexual assault cases. The killing of 11-year-old Lyhanna sparked public outrage and protests in over 200 cities, highlighting issues like judicial delays and declining rape case prosecutions.
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