This isn't something I followed closely. These are serious allegations, but that Strauss-Kahn's a socialist made it amusing, especially in that he was expected to be the next Socialist Party candidate for the French presidency.
And more at this Nightline report, which has some strong statements from the plaintiff's attorney:
Also at Telegraph UK, "Dominique Strauss-Kahn walks free after maid rape case crumbles."BONUS: At Legal Insurrection, "Strauss-Kahn and credibility problems."