French President Emmanuel Macron thanked Gisèle Pélissier for her bravery after her former husband’s conviction for over a decade of abuse. Pélissier’s decision to speak publicly about her ordeal has inspired many in France and beyond, reinforcing themes of dignity and courage in the fight against violence towards women. Her case has been seen as a pivotal moment for women’s rights, with Macron and other politicians lauding her as a symbol of feminist strength following the sentencing of her abuser and numerous co-defendants.