International

A U.N. report finds 'reasonable grounds to believe' attacks in Israel included rapes
The report, which fell short of a full U.N. investigation, said rape likely occurred at at least three sites on Oct. 7. Some hostages held in Gaza were also subject to sexual violence, the team found.
Abortion is enshrined as a constitutional right in France after lawmakers approve an amendment
French lawmakers have approved a bill that will enshrine a woman’s right to an abortion in the French Constitution during a historic joint session of parliament in at the Palace of Versailles. 
St. Paul City Council remains unaligned on declaring resolution for a cease-fire in Israel-Hamas war
Council Member Nelsie Yang said she plans to introduce a resolution at next week’s meeting. The council isn’t aligned on the matter, and it’s facing increasing pressure to debate it publicly.