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#international-law

Israel Is Spiraling

Israel's government is increasingly adopting genocidal rhetoric towards Gaza, leading to a widening divide among its citizens.

Israel launches deadly ground incursion amid air strikes on Syria

UN envoy condemns Israel's military actions in Syria, warning of serious international law violations.

No plans to allow any aid into Gaza, says Israeli minister

Israel continues to block humanitarian aid to Gaza, claiming it is essential to pressure Hamas regarding hostages.

fromThe Washington Post

World court opens hearings on Israel's aid obligations to Palestinians

Israel is being urged by the U.N. court to allow aid to Palestinian civilians, yet it claims the court is biased.

UK must impose sanctions on Israel to meet legal obligations, say more than 800 lawyers

Over 800 legal experts urge the UK to impose sanctions on Israel to uphold international legal obligations.

fromwww.npr.org

U.S. supports ally Israel at the International Court of Justice

Israel's blockade and aid restrictions in Gaza face international scrutiny amidst claims of humanitarian law violations.

Right-wing politics

Israel Is Spiraling

Israel's government is increasingly adopting genocidal rhetoric towards Gaza, leading to a widening divide among its citizens.

Israel launches deadly ground incursion amid air strikes on Syria

UN envoy condemns Israel's military actions in Syria, warning of serious international law violations.

No plans to allow any aid into Gaza, says Israeli minister

Israel continues to block humanitarian aid to Gaza, claiming it is essential to pressure Hamas regarding hostages.

fromThe Washington Post

World court opens hearings on Israel's aid obligations to Palestinians

Israel is being urged by the U.N. court to allow aid to Palestinian civilians, yet it claims the court is biased.

UK must impose sanctions on Israel to meet legal obligations, say more than 800 lawyers

Over 800 legal experts urge the UK to impose sanctions on Israel to uphold international legal obligations.

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#gaza-conflict

Will anyone face justice for the Rafah ambulance convoy attack?

Israeli account of Gaza attack contradicts evidence from a victim's phone video.

Calls for justice and accountability in the wake of Gaza ambulance strike.

Medics killed and wounded in Israeli attack on Gaza hospital

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza worsens as Israeli missile strikes continue to target hospitals, endangering medical professionals and breaking down the healthcare system.

Is Britain breaking international law over Israel to avoid offending Trump? We may find out in court this week | Yasmine Ahmed

The British government's defense of arms exports to Israel amid humanitarian crises in Gaza highlights serious legal and ethical concerns.

Israel's attack on al-Alhi Hospital in Gaza City draws global condemnation

Israel's strike on al-Ahli Hospital has drawn widespread international condemnation as a violation of humanitarian law and religious sanctity.

ICJ opens hearings on Israeli obligations on Gaza aid

The ICJ hearings assess Israel's responsibility for the humanitarian crisis in Gaza amidst ongoing conflict and allegations of aid being weaponized.

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Russo-Ukrainian War

Israel believes Hamas has 40,000 fighters in Gaza, the same number as before the October 7, 2023 attacks

Will anyone face justice for the Rafah ambulance convoy attack?

Israeli account of Gaza attack contradicts evidence from a victim's phone video.

Calls for justice and accountability in the wake of Gaza ambulance strike.

Medics killed and wounded in Israeli attack on Gaza hospital

The humanitarian crisis in Gaza worsens as Israeli missile strikes continue to target hospitals, endangering medical professionals and breaking down the healthcare system.

Is Britain breaking international law over Israel to avoid offending Trump? We may find out in court this week | Yasmine Ahmed

The British government's defense of arms exports to Israel amid humanitarian crises in Gaza highlights serious legal and ethical concerns.

Israel's attack on al-Alhi Hospital in Gaza City draws global condemnation

Israel's strike on al-Ahli Hospital has drawn widespread international condemnation as a violation of humanitarian law and religious sanctity.

ICJ opens hearings on Israeli obligations on Gaza aid

The ICJ hearings assess Israel's responsibility for the humanitarian crisis in Gaza amidst ongoing conflict and allegations of aid being weaponized.

fromenglish.elpais.com

Russo-Ukrainian War

Israel believes Hamas has 40,000 fighters in Gaza, the same number as before the October 7, 2023 attacks

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#uk-government

More than 800 lawyers, judges call for UK sanctions on Israel over Gaza war

UK must impose sanctions on Israel to stop breaches of international law in Gaza.

UK news

No evidence of genocide in Gaza, UK lawyers say in arms export case

6 days ago

UK news

Why did the government sign the Chagos deal now?

More than 800 lawyers, judges call for UK sanctions on Israel over Gaza war

UK must impose sanctions on Israel to stop breaches of international law in Gaza.

UK news

No evidence of genocide in Gaza, UK lawyers say in arms export case

#israel-palestine-conflict

6 days ago

UK news

Why did the government sign the Chagos deal now?

more#uk-government

Gaza is burning. UK NGOs must abandon failed diplomacy and fight back

British NGOs must prioritize legal actions and protests over meetings to halt government complicity in genocide against Palestinians.

4 days ago

Israeli soldiers accused of widespread use of human shields in Gaza Middle East crisis live

Israeli troops reportedly force Palestinians to act as human shields, violating international law.

Appalled at Funding Genocide, Over 2,000 US Taxpayers Turn to the UN for Redress

Taxpayers Against Genocide is escalating efforts against U.S. funding of the Gaza genocide by filing a report with the UN Human Rights Council.

Healthcare

Palestine Red Crescent says missing Gaza crew either dead or detained

UK news

Starmer joins condemnation of Israel over Gaza

Gaza is burning. UK NGOs must abandon failed diplomacy and fight back

British NGOs must prioritize legal actions and protests over meetings to halt government complicity in genocide against Palestinians.

4 days ago

Israeli soldiers accused of widespread use of human shields in Gaza Middle East crisis live

Israeli troops reportedly force Palestinians to act as human shields, violating international law.

Appalled at Funding Genocide, Over 2,000 US Taxpayers Turn to the UN for Redress

Taxpayers Against Genocide is escalating efforts against U.S. funding of the Gaza genocide by filing a report with the UN Human Rights Council.

Healthcare

Palestine Red Crescent says missing Gaza crew either dead or detained

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UK news

Starmer joins condemnation of Israel over Gaza

#deportation

fromIrish Independent

5 days ago

UK news

Taoiseach not worried about legal action after deportees flown through Shannon in defiance of US judge's ruling

US news

Costa Rica Violated Rights of 81 Migrant Children Deported by U.S., Lawsuit Says

fromIrish Independent

5 days ago

UK news

Taoiseach not worried about legal action after deportees flown through Shannon in defiance of US judge's ruling

US news

Costa Rica Violated Rights of 81 Migrant Children Deported by U.S., Lawsuit Says

more#deportation

#gaza

Middle East crisis live: Israel has turned Gaza into a mass grave', top UN court hears

Ammar Hijazi emphasized Israel's violations of international law and the dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

He pointed out the forced displacement of Palestinians and obstruction of humanitarian aid.

Video Shows Aid Workers Killed in Gaza Under Gunfire Barrage, With Ambulance Lights On

Emergency vehicles in a convoy were marked and under attack, raising serious concerns over military conduct.

US and Hungary Stand Alone at ICJ in Favor of Israel's Blockade on Gaza

Israel is blocking humanitarian aid to Gaza, leading to starvation and displacement of Palestinians, raising legal concerns over its obligations under international law.

A protective force must be deployed to occupied Palestine

States must stop genocide; deploying peacekeeping forces in Gaza and the West Bank is crucial.

Autopsies of Slain Gaza Medics Show Some Were Shot in the Head

The autopsies revealed that rescue workers killed in Gaza were mainly shot in the head or chest, describing clear evidence of violence against emergency responders.

Gaza Medic Missing Since Israeli Attack Is in Israeli Custody, Palestinian Group Says

Israeli forces detained a Gaza paramedic, Asaad al-Nasasra, after an ambush on aid vehicles, which resulted in the deaths of 15 rescue workers.

Middle East crisis live: Israel has turned Gaza into a mass grave', top UN court hears

Ammar Hijazi emphasized Israel's violations of international law and the dire humanitarian crisis in Gaza.

He pointed out the forced displacement of Palestinians and obstruction of humanitarian aid.

Video Shows Aid Workers Killed in Gaza Under Gunfire Barrage, With Ambulance Lights On

Emergency vehicles in a convoy were marked and under attack, raising serious concerns over military conduct.

US and Hungary Stand Alone at ICJ in Favor of Israel's Blockade on Gaza

Israel is blocking humanitarian aid to Gaza, leading to starvation and displacement of Palestinians, raising legal concerns over its obligations under international law.

A protective force must be deployed to occupied Palestine

States must stop genocide; deploying peacekeeping forces in Gaza and the West Bank is crucial.

Autopsies of Slain Gaza Medics Show Some Were Shot in the Head

The autopsies revealed that rescue workers killed in Gaza were mainly shot in the head or chest, describing clear evidence of violence against emergency responders.

Gaza Medic Missing Since Israeli Attack Is in Israeli Custody, Palestinian Group Says

Israeli forces detained a Gaza paramedic, Asaad al-Nasasra, after an ambush on aid vehicles, which resulted in the deaths of 15 rescue workers.

more#gaza

#karim-khan

The US v the ICC: Why is Trump going after the court?

The ICC faces a crisis due to US sanctions affecting its lead prosecutor and ongoing investigations.

UK news

ICC prosecutor under increased pressure from sexual misconduct probe

The US v the ICC: Why is Trump going after the court?

The ICC faces a crisis due to US sanctions affecting its lead prosecutor and ongoing investigations.

UK news

ICC prosecutor under increased pressure from sexual misconduct probe

The Climate Costs of Occupation

The systematic transformation of protected green spaces in Palestine into settlements violates international law and accelerates climate change.

UK news

Palestinian activist says home raided in revenge' for appearing in Louis Theroux documentary

Agriculture

The Climate Costs of Occupation

The systematic transformation of protected green spaces in Palestine into settlements violates international law and accelerates climate change.

UK news

Palestinian activist says home raided in revenge' for appearing in Louis Theroux documentary

more#israeli-settlements

#icj

fromwww.npr.org

US news

The U.S. backs Israel's ban on the U.N.'s Palestinian aid agency at the World Court

Russo-Ukrainian War

Lithuania files case against Belarus at ICJ over alleged people smuggling

UK news

Sudan fails in attempt to make UAE accountable for acts of genocide

Juventus

ICJ dismisses Sudan genocide case against UAE DW 05/05/2025

fromwww.npr.org

US news

The U.S. backs Israel's ban on the U.N.'s Palestinian aid agency at the World Court

Russo-Ukrainian War

Lithuania files case against Belarus at ICJ over alleged people smuggling

UK news

Sudan fails in attempt to make UAE accountable for acts of genocide

Juventus

ICJ dismisses Sudan genocide case against UAE DW 05/05/2025

more#icj

Trump makes the Gulf states feel powerful, but the real test is: can they stop Israel's war? | Nesrine Malik

Trump's visit to the Middle East symbolizes a shift towards transactional diplomacy, acknowledging Gulf states as equal partners without enforcing traditional notions of international law.

US politics

Will we ever see despots like Putin in court? It's unlikely and that's the west's fault too | Simon Tisdall

The establishment of the Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine lacks real power to prosecute and punish Vladimir Putin.

FIFA gets complaint over Saudi WC human rights

International lawyers claim FIFA is neglecting its human rights policy regarding the 2034 World Cup in Saudi Arabia.

fromKALTBLUT Magazine

Russo-Ukrainian War

The Moscow Conventions: A Chilling Reflection on Human Rights Abuses by russia - KALTBLUT Magazine

France news

France: Syrian man on trial for alleged war crimes DW 04/28/2025

US news

Van Hollen Granted Meeting With Abrego Garcia Hours After Saying Officials Are Violating International Law

fromAbove the Law

Amal Clooney Receives Stark Warning About Donald Trump - Above the Law

Trump's sanctions against international lawyers pose a serious threat to the rule of law and legal protections for lawyers.

] UN Experts Say US's Deportation of Hundreds of Men to El Salvador Violates International Law

The deportation of men to El Salvador by the Trump administration is deemed unlawful and in violation of due process and international law.

Soccer (FIFA)

fromESPN.com

FIFA gets complaint over Saudi WC human rights

International lawyers claim FIFA is neglecting its human rights policy regarding the 2034 World Cup in Saudi Arabia.

fromKALTBLUT Magazine

The Moscow Conventions: A Chilling Reflection on Human Rights Abuses by russia - KALTBLUT Magazine

The Moscow Conventions expose Russian violations of humanitarian norms against Ukrainian prisoners, challenging the global response to these abuses.

France news

France: Syrian man on trial for alleged war crimes DW 04/28/2025

The trial of Majdi Nema marks a significant step in addressing war crimes by non-state actors in Syria.

Van Hollen Granted Meeting With Abrego Garcia Hours After Saying Officials Are Violating International Law

Senator Van Hollen asserts legal violations by Salvadoran officials in treatment of deported Maryland father Kilmar Abrego GarcÃa.

fromAbove the Law

US news

Amal Clooney Receives Stark Warning About Donald Trump - Above the Law

US news

] UN Experts Say US's Deportation of Hundreds of Men to El Salvador Violates International Law

more#human-rights

Is Argentina's warrant against Aung San Suu Kyi a mistake? DW 05/13/2025

The arrest warrant for Aung San Suu Kyi by an Argentinian court highlights the global accountability for serious crimes against humanity, specifically involving the Rohingya crisis.

UK news

UN body finds Russia responsible for downed MH17 flight DW 05/13/2025

The UN aviation council determined Russia was responsible for the downing of Malaysian Airlines flight MH17, holding it accountable under international law.

UN agency finds Russia responsible for downing flight MH17 in 2014

Russia found guilty of downing Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 by UN aviation agency.

Russo-Ukrainian War

Russia must assume responsibility for MH17 downing: UN aviation agency

UN body finds Russia responsible for downed MH17 flight DW 05/13/2025

The UN aviation council determined Russia was responsible for the downing of Malaysian Airlines flight MH17, holding it accountable under international law.

UN agency finds Russia responsible for downing flight MH17 in 2014

Russia found guilty of downing Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 by UN aviation agency.

Russo-Ukrainian War

Russia must assume responsibility for MH17 downing: UN aviation agency

more#icao

Mexico is suing Google over how it's labeling the Gulf of Mexico

President Claudia Sheinbaum announced that Mexico is suing Google for relabeling the Gulf of Mexico as 'Gulf of America' for U.S. users, despite Mexico's objections.

US news

#humanitarian-crisis

France news

Doctors Without Borders hospital bombed in South Sudan DW 05/03/2025

Left-wing politics

Why did Israeli extremist Ben-Gvir speak at Yale? | Arwa Mahdawi

France news

Doctors Without Borders hospital bombed in South Sudan DW 05/03/2025

A hospital in South Sudan, run by Doctors Without Borders, was bombed, killing at least seven and injuring 20.

Left-wing politics

Why did Israeli extremist Ben-Gvir speak at Yale? | Arwa Mahdawi

more#humanitarian-crisis

#extradition

fromTechCrunch

European startups

Deel's CEO is now in Dubai, complicating Rippling's lawsuit | TechCrunch

fromDatabreaches

US news

Ukrainian National Extradited from Spain to Face Conspiracy to Use Ransomware Charge

fromTechCrunch

European startups

Deel's CEO is now in Dubai, complicating Rippling's lawsuit | TechCrunch

fromDatabreaches

US news

Ukrainian National Extradited from Spain to Face Conspiracy to Use Ransomware Charge

more#extradition

#human-rights-violations

Release of Ukrainian prisoners in Russia key to any peace deal, rights groups say

Ukrainian civil society is emphasizing the need for the release of civilians in peace negotiations.

NYC parents

Palestinian Child Killed in Israeli Prison After Being "Systematically Starved"

Release of Ukrainian prisoners in Russia key to any peace deal, rights groups say

Ukrainian civil society is emphasizing the need for the release of civilians in peace negotiations.

more#human-rights-violations

NYC parents

Palestinian Child Killed in Israeli Prison After Being "Systematically Starved"

#deep-sea-mining

Environment

A Canadian mining company wants Trump's permission to mine the deep sea

US politics

Bending to industry, Donald Trump issues executive order to "expedite" deep sea mining

Environment

A Canadian mining company wants Trump's permission to mine the deep sea

The Metals Company is pursuing deep sea mining permits, bypassing international regulation and sparking outrage from environmentalists and foreign governments.

US politics

Intellectual property law

Bending to industry, Donald Trump issues executive order to "expedite" deep sea mining

The Trump administration is attempting to expedite deep sea mining, raising concerns about environmental impact and international law violations.

more#deep-sea-mining

fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

Ninth Circuit Says Group of Chinese Companies Indicted for Trade Secret Theft Failed Foreign Sovereign Immunity Test

Chinese companies cannot claim foreign sovereign immunity in U.S. court for economic espionage involving stolen trade secrets.

Ninth Circuit reinforces that ownership by a foreign state doesn't grant immunity under federal law.

fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty

Pakistan Readying To Challenge India's Suspension Of Vital Water Treaty Amid Rising Tensions

Pakistan plans international legal action against India for suspending a crucial water-sharing agreement amid rising tensions.

#ukraine

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Russia starts the forced 'conscription' of Ukrainians to fight committing yet another war crime - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Russia's forced conscription of Ukrainians in occupied regions is a violation of international law and considered a war crime.

Russo-Ukrainian War

Ukraine: Hurdles to special tribunal to prosecute Russia DW 04/26/2025

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Russia starts the forced 'conscription' of Ukrainians to fight committing yet another war crime - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Russia's forced conscription of Ukrainians in occupied regions is a violation of international law and considered a war crime.

Russo-Ukrainian War

Ukraine: Hurdles to special tribunal to prosecute Russia DW 04/26/2025

more#ukraine

#trump-administration

It is difficult to imagine a post-American world. But imagine it we must | Nesrine Malik

America's role in foreign conflicts is marked by contradictory expectations and criticisms regarding its moral obligations.

How Trump Is Outsourcing His Mass Deportation Agenda

The U.S. is increasingly deporting migrants to third countries as part of a strategy termed "border externalization."

US news

China Says Trump's Order on Seabed Mining Violates International Law

It is difficult to imagine a post-American world. But imagine it we must | Nesrine Malik

America's role in foreign conflicts is marked by contradictory expectations and criticisms regarding its moral obligations.

How Trump Is Outsourcing His Mass Deportation Agenda

The U.S. is increasingly deporting migrants to third countries as part of a strategy termed "border externalization."

more#trump-administration

US news

China Says Trump's Order on Seabed Mining Violates International Law

Canada news

F.B.I. Arrests Harpreet Singh, Wanted in India

The F.B.I. arrested Harpreet Singh, a man wanted in India for terrorist activities, highlighting the international pursuit of suspects involved in terrorism.

Israeli strike hits Gaza City hospital DW 04/13/2025

Israeli airstrikes continue to target hospitals in Gaza, complicating healthcare amid ongoing conflict despite international protections for medical facilities.

Trump's Greenland Ambitions Are No Joke

Trump's desire to acquire Greenland is serious and could provoke major international and legal consequences.

fromwww.mediaite.com

US politics

Sec of State Rubio and Danish Foreign Minister Post VERY Different Takes Following Greenland Meeting

US politics

fromThe Atlantic

Trump's Greenland Ambitions Are No Joke

Trump's desire to acquire Greenland is serious and could provoke major international and legal consequences.

fromwww.mediaite.com

US politics

Sec of State Rubio and Danish Foreign Minister Post VERY Different Takes Following Greenland Meeting

more#greenland

#netanyahu

Europe news

As Orban quits the ICC, other nations have a choice to make: do we back the rule of law or not? | Steve Crawshaw

UK news

Netanyahu Arrives in Hungary, Finding a Rare Welcome in Europe

UK news

Hungary Announces ICC Withdrawal as Netanyahu Visits

UK news

Hungary confirms it will leave ICC as Netanyahu visits Budapest

Europe news

As Orban quits the ICC, other nations have a choice to make: do we back the rule of law or not? | Steve Crawshaw

UK news

Netanyahu Arrives in Hungary, Finding a Rare Welcome in Europe

UK news

Hungary Announces ICC Withdrawal as Netanyahu Visits

UK news

Hungary confirms it will leave ICC as Netanyahu visits Budapest

more#netanyahu

Social media marketing

Meta profits as ads promote illegal Israeli settlements in West Bank

Facebook has been identified as platforming advertisements promoting illegal settlements in the occupied West Bank.