Women sue over sexual abuse in Australian military

German Eurofighters are ready for takeoff at Neuburg Air Base. As part of the "Rapid Pacific 2022" project, which involves some 250 Air Force servicemen and women, as well as four transport aircraft to refuel the fighters in the air, six Eurofighters will take off from the air base for Singapore and then fly on to Australia. [AFP]

Women in Australia's defence forces launched a class action lawsuit Friday, alleging widespread and systematic sexual violence, harassment, and discrimination.