Sexual abuse
From Rutgers speaker to Kristof column, disputed dog rape claim against Israel goes mainstream
A canine training expert told JTA it was “highly unlikely” that a dog could be trained to carry out sexual assault.
NYT doubles down in support of controversial op-ed claiming abuse of Palestinians in Israel
Beersheba man gets five years for sexual offenses against minors, threatening girls on WhatsApp
Israel slams NYT opinion article on Palestinian abuse, ignoring Oct. 7 sexual violence
Oct. 7 sexual violence was patterned, documented, prosecutable, new report argues
Civil Commission says Hamas and its collaborators weaponized bodies, families, and digital platforms during massacre and captivity.
State attorney rejects request by Israeli NGOs to take steps against OnlyFans
According to N12, the request detailed similar cases from around the world, where indictments were filed against the platform following suspicions of sexual abuse and exploitation of women.
Epstein used London flats to house and abuse trafficked women, BBC reports
BBC report reveals Epstein housed trafficked women in London flats, exploiting them through sex trafficking and coercion.
Gaza Freedom Flotilla rocked by sexual misconduct allegations against senior member aboard ship
Allegations of sexual misconduct have rocked the Gaza Freedom Flotilla as a senior member faces accusations of inappropriate behavior aboard the ship, sparking an investigation.
Military defense attorney indicted over alleged sex offenses against 10 soldiers and recruits
According to the indictment, Dvir faces 10 counts that include rape, attempted rape, an indecent act by force, and multiple counts of indecent acts.
Melania Trump denies any Epstein connection, seeks end to ‘lies,' calls for Congressional hearing
Melania Trump denied any involvement with Epstein or Ghislaine Maxwell, called for public hearings on Epstein’s victims, and rejected online smears in a speech at the White House.
Germany plans talks with Chile over site tied to cult led by abusive German preacher
The enclave, originally called Colonia Dignidad and renamed Villa Baviera, was founded in 1961 by Paul Schaefer, an evangelical preacher who was later jailed for sexually abusing children.
Ex-military prosecutor suspected of rape, exploiting soldiers for sex
Police say more than 50 women may have been victimized in the case, which emerged from a months-long covert investigation launched after complaints by two soldiers.
Daughter of National Missions Minister Orit Strock found dead, police investigate case
The circumstances surrounding Shoshana’s death remain unclear. She was reportedly found dead in her home in northern Israel. Police have opened an investigation into the case.
Israel Police, State Attorney arrest 19-year-old for indecent acts against minors online
The 19-year-old suspect created fake Snapchat and TikTok profiles on which he claimed to be a 14-year-old named Liron, according to an indictment filed against him.