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MEP describes ‘immense shock’ after finding nude deepfakes of herself

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Cinema

Women's rights documentary makes historic Berlinale premiere

For the first time in its history, a Kazakh documentary has premiered at the Berlinale’s Forum section — one of the world’s most influential film festivals. ‘River Dreams’, the debut feature by director Kristina Mikhailova, gives voice to women imagining life beyond male dominance.

Culture news

Hell and back: Gisèle Pelicot book celebrates life after rape horror

Gisèle Pelicot's memoirs "A Hymn to Life" are her first account of her rape ordeal, the subsequent trial, waiving her right to anonymity and the consequences of her choices.

Tech News

Paris Hilton joins the fight against sexually-explicit AI deepfakes

Socialite and hotel heiress Paris Hilton joined US congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez to advocate for legal protections for victims of AI deepfake porn.

Europe in Motion

How is cyberviolence against women and girls spreading across Europe?

A new report shows that cyberstalking, spyware, hate speech, and threats are among the most denounced cases of violence against women and girls in Europe.

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Iran

Iran protest death toll expected to rise as Tehran blames 'terrorists'

On the 18th day of country-wide protests in Iran sparked by persistent hyperinflation leading to anger over cost of living spike, Euronews brings you the latest information amid the regime-imposed information blackout.

Iran

Iranian women light cigarettes on burning portrait of the ayatollah

The methods used by Iran's women to push back against the country's authoritarian system have gone beyond cutting their hair and burning headscarves and in a more radical direction.

France

French police arrest suspect after three stabbed in Paris metro attack

The suspect is accused of stabbing three people at Paris metro stations République, Arts et Métiers, and Opéra on Friday.

Culture news

Kazakhstan joins global fight: 16 days to end gender-based violence

Landmark buildings across Kazakhstan were lit up in orange to mark the UN's International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.

Europe News

Italy's Senate delays vote on sexual violence consent law until 2026

Italy's Senate delays a vote on a bill introducing consent in sexual violence law until February 2026, sparking criticism from opposition parties and raising debates on legal implications.

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Madrid streets fill with thousands protesting gender violence in Spain

Thousands took to the streets of Madrid and other Spanish cities to denounce gender-based violence and honour the women killed this year.

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Protest in Paris denounces rise in femicides across France

Hundreds gathered outside the Panthéon to denounce rising femicides in France, unfurling banners and torchlit displays demanding stronger government action.

France

Protesters demand action as France faces rising gender-based violence

Protesters highlighted gaps in France’s domestic violence response amid alarming new statistics.

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Istanbul rally calls for Turkey to rejoin treaty on women's violence

Protesters in Turkey gathered near Taksim Square to mark the day against violence toward women and to call for stronger protection and a return to the Istanbul Convention.

Europe News

'Digital violence is violence': UN Women Europe Chief tells Euronews

Online impunity and incel culture are putting women at risk, according to the director of the United Nations Women for Europe and Central Asia. "Online violence is real violence and it's impacting women the most" as gender backlash grows.

Europe News

Italy redefines sexual violence law to include explicit consent

Italy updates its law to redefine sexual violence, focusing on consent rather than physical coercion. The amendment is backed by major party leaders and aligns with the Istanbul Convention.

Europe News

Fake porn of Italy's Meloni and other women politicians spark outrage

The Phica forum, which featured altered images of Italian women, closed after facing a backlash led by MEP Alessandra Moretti and other victims.