The Arabic gang-rape 'Taharrush' phenomenon has now spread to Europe

The Arabic term 'taharrush' roughly translates to 'collective harassment'.

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Police fear a gang-rape phenomenon known as 'taharrush gamea' in the Arab world and seen in attacks on women across German cities at the New Year has now spread to Europe. The name of the practice translates to 'collective harassment' and is carried out by large groups of men who sexually assault lone women, either by groping, or in some instances, raping them. Read more: