Rape

Authorities close former Gaza hostage Mia Schem's rape case due to insufficient evidence

The Tel Aviv-based celebrity fitness trainer was released without an indictment after a year-long investigation.

Former hostage Mia Schem speaks during a rally calling for the release of Israelis held hostage by Hamas terrorists in Gaza at Hostages Square, Tel Aviv, May 17, 2025; illustrative.
Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette- Marit attend the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony where Venezuelan politician Maria Corina Machado is the recipient of this years Nobel Peace Prize at Oslo City Hall on December 10, 2025 in Oslo, Norway.

Norwegian crown princess's son faces trial on 38 charges including rape, drug possession

The pictures of the three high profile real estate agent brothers Alon Alexander, Oren Alexander, and Tal Alexander, on charges of sex trafficking and drugs, are displayed at 26 Federal Plaza in New York City, New York US, December 11, 2024.

Israel-American Alexander brothers go on trial for alleged sex trafficking, abuse over 13 years

Photo illustration of handcuffs in Jerusalem on October 17. 2021.

Cyber CEO found guilty of statutory rape, assaulted children as young as 4 years old


First survivor of 'Nova' massacre opens up about rape by Hamas terrorists - report

This is the first time a survivor of the massacre has openly discussed his sexual assault by terrorists.

 The Nova Massacre Scene

'We believe you': Knesset expands free legal aid to sexual assault victims

MK Michaeli: It's time to stop abandoning victims. The state has an obligation to help victims of sexual assault receive the recognition and justice they deserve.

 Labor party leader MK Merav Michaeli holds a press conference in Tel Aviv, December 7, 2023.

Los Angeles screening of 'Screams Before Silence' captivates local Jewish community

“I am the live testimony standing before you, before the world speaking for [the victims who no longer can,” one ZAKA first responder said at the event.

Screams before Silence (28/4/2024)

British-Jewish author Neil Gaiman accused of sexual assault

Gaiman strongly denies these accusations, and says the claims are related to the two women's regret over the relationship.

 Neil Gaiman.

'I'm going to rape your mom': Police hurl abuse at protesters, investigations opened

In footage from the incident in Jerusalem, an officer can be heard telling a protester that he would "rape your mother."

 Police clash with protesters during a protest against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the current Israeli government, in Tel Aviv, on February 24, 2024.

'Before its too late': Hostage families demonstrate outside Knesset ahead of day of protest

The protest outside of the Knesset was among the first of over 50 expected to take place around the country.

 Protestors gather in Yakka Square outside the Knesset building in Jerusalem on June 26, 2024.

'Swear on Allah': French antisemitic rape victim told to convert to Islam - report

"Before letting her leave, they made her swear on Allah not to say anything," her mother said.

 Hundreds rally in the Paris suburb of Courbevoie on in protest of the antisemitic gang-rape of a 12-year-old girl and rising levels of antisemitism in France. June 21, 2024.

Hundreds rally in France to protest antisemitic gang-rape of 12-year-old

Two rallies were held this week in France to protest rising antisemitism and the antisemitic rape of a girl.

 Hundreds rally in the Paris suburb of Courbevoie on in protest of the antisemitic gang-rape of a 12-year-old girl and rising levels of antisemitism in France. June 21, 2024.

Unseen Wounds: Confronting the devastating reality of sexual violence in the Middle East

Experts reveal the pervasive nature of sexual violence in the region, calling for urgent legal reforms and societal change to protect women and girls.

 A view of houses in Kibbutz Kfar Aza four months after the October 7 massacre.

Macron, French Jews call for action after antisemitic rape of 12-year-old girl

French Education Minister Nicole Belloubet said on social media that the crime against the victim was abominable, and the response to such "barbarism" was "Justice, School, Republic."  

 French police stand guard as a forensics member collects evidence after officers shot dead an armed man earlier who set fire to the city's synagogue in Rouen, France, May 17, 2024.