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flag European Court rules France failed to protect young rape victims, criticizes handling of cases.

flag The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) ruled that France failed to protect three girls who reported being raped at ages 13, 14, and 16. flag The court found that French authorities did not adequately consider the victims' ages and vulnerabilities and criticized the lack of promptness in handling the cases. flag This ruling adds to the debate in France on including consent in the definition of rape. flag The ECHR also noted that French authorities violated the victims' rights under the European Convention on Human Rights, prohibiting inhuman treatment and ensuring respect for private lives.

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