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Israel plans major West Bank settlement expansion despite legality concerns
Israel announces plans for over 2,000 new West Bank homes, escalating tensions amid international concerns over legality and peace efforts.…
Israel plans big West Bank settlement push many see as illegal
JERUSALEM, June 3 - Israel's hardline finance minister announced on Wednesday a major expansion by more than 2,000 homes of three Jewish settlements in the occupied West Bank that …
Europol and international law enforcement agencies dismantle nine organized crime groups and arrest 29 in a crackdown on illegal streaming, removing 27K URLs (Sergiu Gatlan/BleepingComputer)
Drone attack on UAE's Barakah more dangerous than Zaporizhzhia, IAEA chief tells Euronews
Rafael Grossi told Euronews the drone strike on the operating UAE nuclear plant posed greater risks than Zaporizhzhia because its reactors were live at the time of the attack, warn…
How a couple lost their 3 children in as many countries and were arrested in Hong Kong
Authorities to take baby boy into protection after parents refuse DNA test for birth registration, but his sisters were also victims of a troubled history.…
Flotilla activists take evidence of alleged abuse to The Hague
Australians detained by Israel while attempting to deliver aid to Gaza have lodged serious abuse and mistreatment allegations with the International Criminal Court.…
NATO member Romania declares Russia ‘persona non grata’ after drone attack injures two
A Russian drone hit an apartment building in Romania, injuring two people, which led NATO member Romania to close the Russian consulate.…
Russian drone hits NATO member Romania, injuring two
NATO chief Rutte condemns Russia’s ‘reckless behaviour’ and vows to defend all members’ territory…
Russian drone launched against Ukraine crashes in Romania, injuring 2
Romanian authorities say a Russian drone that was part of an overnight attack on Ukraine crashed into an apartment building in eastern Romania…
Russian drone launched against Ukraine crashes in Romania, injuring 2
BUCHAREST, Romania — A Russian drone that was part of an overnight attack on Ukraine crashed into an apartment building in eastern Romania, injurin...…
Suspending immigration over Ebola is misguided and goes against international law
Travel restrictions are not only ineffective at containing diseases, they create stigma and discourage future outbreak reporting…
Human rights lawyer Francesca Albanese on life under US sanctions - podcast
The UN’s special rapporteur for Palestine, Francesca Albanese, on the war in Gaza, living under US sanctions and accusations of antisemitism For a brief period this month, the huma…
Hungary's Parliament votes to remain member of International Criminal Court
Hungary's Parliament votes to stay in the International Criminal Court, reversing a previous withdrawal decision by Viktor Orbán's government.…
Russian ambassador rebuked over ‘systematic’ strikes on Ukraine
Penny Wong said Russia’s warning to foreign diplomats to leave Kyiv showed its “complete disregard for international law and civilian safety”.…
Quad FMs announce maritime, energy initiatives amidst Hormuz chokehold, tense South China Sea
Quad FMs unveil maritime and energy initiatives, emphasizing cooperation for security and navigation in Hormuz and South China Sea.…
Ireland to ban goods from Israeli settlements in West Bank by July
DUBLIN, May 26 - Ireland aims to pass a law curbing goods trade with settlements in the Israeli-occupied West Bank by mid-July with Israel, some U.S. lawmakers and business groups …
West Bank, Gaza antiquities bill raises international law concerns, legal adviser warns Knesset
The comments came as lawmakers prepared to advance the legislation on West Bank and Gaza antiquities toward final votes in the committee.…
Former prosecutor calls for EU statute blocking US sanctions on ICC members
US imposed sanctions on nine judges and a prosecutor after ICC issued arrest warrants for members of Israeli cabinet A former prosecutor at the international criminal court has cal…
In Japan, divorce splits parents from children. Could a law change end sole custody?
An amendment to Japan's Civil Code looks set to allow shared parenting for the first time.…
Albanese joins coalition of nations calling for an end to Israeli settlement expansion in the West Bank
Australia joins the UK, Italy, France, Germany, Canada, Norway, the Netherlands and New Zealand in condemning illegal settlements Get our breaking news email , free app or daily ne…
The risks of Iran’s threat to control the Strait of Hormuz
Iran is trying to formalise – and monetise – its control over the Strait of Hormuz. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.…
Italy, France, UK, Germany urge Israel to end settlement expansion
The joint statement argued that Israel is 'undermining stability,' noting that settler violence towards Palestinians is at 'unprecedented levels.' The statement came at the end of …
Israeli national arrested at Cyprus airport for trying to smuggle four human embryos to Mexico
The man was arrested at an airport in the Turkish-controlled part of Cyprus on Tuesday while preparing to board a flight to Mexico.…
Western powers condemn Israel for West Bank settlements, settler violence
The joint statement emphasized Israel's E1 settlement expansion project as a violation of international law.…
Top UN court rules workers’ right to strike ‘protected’ in key treaty
The nonbinding ruling is expected to be hailed as a victory by workers' groups and influence global labour relations.…
MORNING GLORY: US must create a demilitarized zone along the Hormuz Strait
Hugh Hewitt urges reprising 1990s no-fly zone strategy to create a no-fire zone near the Strait of Hormuz and challenges NATO allies to contribute.…
Top UN court to rule on right to strike
Behind the legal interpretation of the treaty lies a heated battle between unions and employer groups. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.…
Australia backs landmark UN climate change ruling as others try to block it
Australia joins 140 other countries in passing a major United Nations resolution backing a landmark legal ruling on climate change, despite efforts by the United States, Russia and…
UN votes to support strong climate action despite US opposition
The General Assembly approved a nonbinding resolution endorsing the landmark advisory opinion by the UN’s top court last July that called failure by countries to protect the planet…
UN backs world court climate opinion; US among few to oppose
The opinion is expected to be cited in climate-related legal cases worldwide. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.…
UN votes to support strong action on climate change despite US efforts to thwart the effort
The U.N. General Assembly has voted overwhelmingly to support strong action to prevent climate change despite recent diplomatic efforts by the United States to have the measure wit…
Breaking: Former Cuban president Raul Castro indicted on murder charges in the US
The move is the latest escalation in Washington's pressure campaign against the island's communist government.…
No double standards, we condemn Russia, U.S. and Israel for international law violations: Norway’s Foreign Minister
Norway’s Foreign Minister calls for balanced international relations, condemning violations by Russia, the U.S., and Israel while promoting energy cooperation with India.…
Gaza flotilla activists detained in Israel after interception, rights group says
JERUSALEM, May 20 - Activists who were aboard a Gaza-bound aid flotilla that was intercepted by Israeli naval forces are being detained at an Israeli port before being taken to pri…
At least 87 Gaza aid flotilla activists abducted by Israel on hunger strike
The protest comes after Israeli forces intercepted the last remaining vessel sailing towards the besieged Gaza Strip.…
The U.N. Still Refuses to Police Itself
Only a handful of staffers who aided Hamas’ invasion of Israel have faced justice.…
Israeli minister orders West Bank hamlet evicted after hearing he may face arrest warrant overseas
Israel’s finance minister has ordered the eviction of a Palestinian village in the West Bank…
South Korea’s Lee criticizes Israel detentions, says actions ‘way out of line’
In a cabinet meeting, Lee said the South Korean citizens had been detained for reasons not valid under international law, questioning whether such actions could be allowed to pass …
Far-right Israeli minister Bezalel Smotrich says ICC is seeking his arrest
Smotrich vows to retaliate by waging ‘war’ on Palestinian Authority and orders evacuation of a West Bank village Middle East crisis – live updates Israel’s far-right finance minist…
The World Would Be Much Worse Without International Law
Questioning the value of international law, though understandable, often misunderstands its true nature and impact.…
Smotrich orders evacuation of Palestinian village after reports of ICC arrest warrant against him
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich announces plans to evacuate a West Bank village during a press briefing, following reports of potential ICC investigations into Israeli officials.…
Trump is snatching the deep sea's riches
Rwandan genocide suspect Kabuga dies in custody in The Hague
Félicien Kabuga, accused of bankrolling the Rwandan genocide, died in a hospital in The Hague while in custody, a U.N. court said…
Anwar Gargash condemns attack on Barakah nuclear plant as terrorism
UAE diplomatic adviser Anwar Gargash condemned the attack on the Barakah nuclear power plant as terrorism and a violation of international law, escalating tensions.…
Rwandan genocide suspect Kabuga dies in custody in The Hague at age 91
Felicien Kabuga, a Rwandan genocide suspect, dies in custody at 91, sparking investigations into his death.…
At UN, India flags concerns over targeting of vessels in Strait of Hormuz
India condemns targeting vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing the need for safe navigation and respect for international law.…
Rwandan genocide suspect Kabuga dies in custody in The Hague at age 91
Accused of bankrolling the mass killing of the Tutsis, Kabuga was declared unfit to continue standing trial because he had dementia.…
French judge opens inquiry into Khashoggi killing
A French judge has launched an inquiry into the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, following a court ruling on admissibility.…
French judge opens inquiry into Khashoggi killing
PARIS, May 16 - A French judge has been appointed to lead an inquiry over the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, the country's national anti-terrorism prosecutor's office (PNAT…
Lebanon’s PM slams Israel’s ‘war crimes’ as attack kills 3 rescue workers
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun says Israel violating international law that protects civilians and humanitarian workers.…
Freedom of navigation not negotiable: IMO addresses UN Security Council on maritime safety in Strait of Hormuz
IMO's Secretary-General urges global support for freedom of navigation and maritime safety in the Strait of Hormuz at UN.…