The European Court of Human Rights intervened in a French divorce case, siding with H.W., a woman wrongfully deemed at fault for refusing to engage in sexual relations by her husband. The ruling highlighted that this expectation infringes upon her rights to personal autonomy and marital privacy. This landmark decision arrives amid heightened scrutiny of women's rights in France, particularly in light of recent events surrounding issues of consent and sexuality. H.W.'s lawyer expressed hope that this ruling signals a pivotal moment for change in societal attitudes towards women’s rights in France.
"The court found that placing the blame entirely on H.W.'s lack of sexual intimacy with her husband violated her right to respect of her private and family rights."
"Lilia Mhissen, H.W's lawyer, released a statement celebrating their victory, with the hope that it will inspire more change."
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