Explained: Japan's historic move redefines rape and raises age of consent

The Spanish government has approved legislation that toughens the country's law against rape. The government has decided to define all non-consensual acts of sex as sexual assault. The draft still requires parliamentary approval which is expected by the end of the year.

'Only Yes is yes': Spain criminalizes all sort of non-consensual sex

Why have stringent laws failed to instill fear in rapists

According to reports at least 35,000 people marched in streets as they raised slogans like 'it's not sexual abuse, it's rape'. The police informed media that the protests remain peaceful

Spain: More than 30,000 people protest against Pamplona gang rape

It is vitally important that sexual violence laws in the country reflect the needs of the society

Remembering Nirbhaya and looking for ways to stop rape

Female protesters dressed as bloody and bandaged brides gathered in front of Lebanese government headquarters to denounce Article 522

Lebanese women protest law encouraging rapist to marry their victim

The new law passed on Friday gives rape survivors the right to have evidence preserved in 'rape kits' till they decide to take legal action

US: New rape survivors' law may encourage more to press charges

The bills might seek to close a loophole that allows those who kill in the name of honour to seek clemency from?other family members

Pakistan lawmakers to debate honour killing, rape laws

The new law will make it easier for the country to deport migrants and refugees who commit the crime

Germany toughens rape law after Cologne mob assaults

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