Tens of thousands join French protests against domestic violence

At least 116 women have been killed in France since the beginning of the year by their partner or ex-partner, according to research by the news agency AFP. Activists reported at least 137 women killed. Last year, there were 121 deaths, according to official figures.
A debate about violence against women has simmered for months in France, with Equality Minister Marlene Schiappa launching a roundtable on the topic earlier this year.
Activists have accused the government of not taking sufficient action. The centrist government of President Emmanuel Macron is planning to present results of the debate on Monday.
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