Sexual assault

UK sanctions 15 Sudanese military commanders, officials, for sexual violence, civilian attacks

The measures come a year after the fall of al-Fashir, the North Darfur capital that became a focal point of Sudan's war, where civilians were subjected to a prolonged siege.

 Soldiers are seen at Khartoum International Airport in Khartoum on October 3, 2026.
Worshippers walk to a station during the Way of the Cross procession over the Brooklyn Bridge on April 03, 2026 in New York City.

Survivors of clergy sexual abuse reach $800m. settlement with New York Archdiocese

A student walks by a sign at the entrance of Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, US, October 1, 2026.

Letter from Cornell's Jane Doe: University president appeared to 'disbelieve' assault allegations

An illustrative image of a man in handcuffs, being arrested.

Two men indicted for rape in separate cases involving minors, woman in Israel


UK woman accuses British comedian Russell Brand of rape, says he ignored pleas to stop

"It's something that has lived with me ever since," she said during the often tearful police interview. "I blamed myself for years."

British comedian, actor, podcaster, and media personality, Russell Brand arrives at Southwark Crown Court on October 14, 2026 in London, England.

Beit Shemesh man accused of sexually abusing four minors at synagogues, mikveh, supermarket

The boy tried to move Brand’s hand away and prevent further contact, but Brand continued touching him for several minutes, according to the prosecution.

An Israel Police car, April 13, 2026; illustrative.

Lawsuit by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's sister accusing him of sexual abuse dismissed by US judge

Annie Altman accused her brother of sexually abusing and raping her between 1997 and 2006 at the family home in suburban Clayton, Missouri, starting when she was 3 and he was 12.

Open AI CEO Sam Altman does a television interview with CNBC's Kate Rooney before delivering the keynote address at the OpenAI developers conference at Fort Mason on September 29, 2026 in San Francisco, California.

Victims of sexual, violent crimes gain right to address parole boards in new regulations

The rules, announced Sunday, allow victims to choose whether to explain in person or in writing how an offender’s release could threaten their safety.

Israelis hold signs during a silent protest calling for justice for Shoshana Strock, who was found dead in her apartment last night after claiming she had been sexually abused over the years, at Habima Square in Tel Aviv, March 15, 2026.

State seeks over NIS 1m. from former IDF commander convicted of sexual offenses

Prosecutors say an IDF officer exploited his authority over female soldiers. Now, in an unprecedented lawsuit, Israel is seeking to recover more than NIS 1 million in benefits linked to his offenses.

An Israeli female soldier is seen in an army deployment area near Israel-Gaza border.

Israel stands strong three years on: National pain, trauma and resilience after Oct. 7 - opinion

On October 7 and every day, we honor and remember every single person brutally murdered, and we embrace and cherish the thousands of wounded people in Israel.

A memorial ceremony at the Nova festival marking two years since the October 7 massacre when Hamas terrorists infiltrated southern Israel, murdering more than 1200 people. October 07, 2025.

Urogynecologist convicted of raping nine women sentenced to 14 years imprisonment

The court found that Alkalai had presented the sexual acts as part of legitimate medical examinations or treatment.

Menahem Alkalai, a gynecologist convicted of raping nine women.

Cornell students rally in anti-rape protest, demand stronger action against sexual violence

The alleged gang-rape victim, identified by the pseudonym Jane Doe, has said the university failed to adequately investigate and punish the campus fraternity members who were involved.

A demonstrator holds a placard as the McGraw Tower stands in the background during a Justice for Survivors rally at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, US, October 5, 2026.

Cornell University's response to student rape allegations to be reviewed by New York A-G - report

The report followed a CBS News release of message screenshots between a former Cornell student and one of the defendants, allegedly from two days following the assault.

New York Attorney-General Letitia James stands with New York Governor Kathy Hochul at a news conference in Manhattan, where the governor announced a review of Cornell University’s initial response to allegations from a former student about being raped at a campus fraternity in 2024, October 2, 2026.

CBS obtains messages sent between victim, defendant as alleged 2024 Cornell gang rape case reopens

"Not one of these guys was arrested. Not one. That I can tell you for a fact," Jane Doe's attorney, Thomas Giuffra, told CBS News New York last week. 

Seven Cornell University fraternity members accused of raping a 20-year-old student in 2024.