At the French mass rape trial, tensions erupted when Caroline Darian accused her father, Dominique Pelicot, of drugging and abusing her. Pelicot denied abusing Caroline but admitted to drugging his wife, Gisèle, and facilitating her rape. Caroline expressed anguish over her father’s alleged lies, while Pelicot expressed a desire for her support. The trial, involving Pelicot and 50 others, began in September, with a verdict expected on December 20. Gisèle’s lawyers highlighted the trial’s historic nature and her bravery in waiving anonymity.