Macron defence staffer allegedly raped after Élysée Palace party

French prosecutors investigate alleged assault of female soldier by colleague after party in July

French prosecutors are investigating allegations that a female soldier in Emmanuel Macron's defence staff was raped by a serviceman colleague after a farewell party at the Elysee Palace in July.

The alleged assault took place this summer after a going-away reception for a general and two others that was attended by Macron, according to French daily Liberation, which first reported the accusations.