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The Qatar death row and India’s options

Whether through diplomatic dialogues, political interventions, legal appeals, or a blend of these strategies, India has the potential to seek a resolution in the case of the Naval officers awarded the death penalty

The Hindu · Nov 14, 2023

Q&A: NUG’s first Rohingya minister says Myanmar in ‘unified revolution’

Aung Kyaw Moe says the civilian government working to remove the military has a vision of a more inclusive Myanmar.

Al Jazeera · Oct 26, 2023

UN team in Nagorno-Karabakh, a first in 30 years, as ethnic Armenians flee

The visit marks the first time in about three decades that the international body has gained access to the region.

Al Jazeera · Oct 1, 2023

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Ukraine and Russia traded barbs in the UN's top court over the legality of the invasion. What could happen next in the case?

In the days immediately following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, the Ukrainian government filed a case against Moscow in the UN’s highest court, the International Court of Justice.

The Conversation · Sep 27, 2023

Hardeep Singh Nijjar killing: What does international law say?

If Canada proves allegations of Indian involvement, experts say killing would violate international, human rights law.

Al Jazeera · Sep 22, 2023

Indigenous group condemns Jacinta Nampijinpa Price’s ‘denial of history’ – as it happened

All the day’s news as it unfolded

The Guardian - AU · Sep 19, 2023

Ukraine asks International Court of Justice to examine Russia's 'terrible lie'

Ukraine told the International Court of Justice on Tuesday that Russia, to justify its invasion in 2022, invoked a “terrible lie” that it was trying to stop alleged genocide.

Radio France Internationale · Sep 19, 2023

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UK ‘seeking to block ICJ ruling’ on Israeli occupation of Palestine

Dismay over UK statement that opposes hearing altogether and is accused of ignoring significant facts

The Guardian - UK · Aug 24, 2023

Australia's decision to again use the term 'occupied Palestinian territories' brings it into line with international law

Australia’s minister for foreign affairs, Penny Wong, has announced Australia will return to use of the term “occupied Palestinian territories”.

The Conversation · Aug 9, 2023

Caribbean countries poised to seek UN legal advice on slavery compensation

UN legal opinion would put pressure on 10 European countries targeted to engage in reparative justice

The Guardian - UK · Jul 19, 2023

Tunisia anti-fake news law criminalises free speech: Legal group

The International Commission of Jurists says that President Saied is shutting down space for free speech online.

Al Jazeera · Jul 18, 2023

Climate change at the world courts

Last February, the UN secretary-general informed the UN Security Council during a debate about the implications of rising sea levels on international peace and security, with mega-cities on every continent facing serious impacts.

Bangkok Post · Jul 5, 2023

ICJ confirms international case over Iran downing of Flight PS752

Four countries accuse Iran of failing to take all practical measures to prevent the downing of the 2020 flight.

Al Jazeera · Jul 5, 2023

Canada and allies taking Iran to ICJ over downed PS752 flight

Canada, Sweden, Ukraine and UK say move aims ‘to ensure Iran is held accountable’ for 2020 crash that killed 176 people.

Al Jazeera · Jun 29, 2023

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Al Jazeera · Jun 28, 2023

Iran takes Canada to UN court over civil damages claims

Tehran accuses Ottawa of violating international obligations to uphold the ‘principle of sovereign immunity’.

The National (Scotland) · Jun 20, 2023

International routes to independence outlined in major new legal opinion

THE Supreme Court made “significant mistakes” in its ruling on indyref2, a legal expert has argued in a new paper which sets out the…

The New Daily · Jun 6, 2023

Ukraine calls Russia a ’terrorist state’ at MH17 hearing

A senior Ukrainian diplomat called Russia a terrorist state at the top UN court, as hearings began in the case over the downing of a Malaysian Airlines

Al Jazeera · Jun 6, 2023

Russia to face Ukraine at UN court over downing of flight MH17

Kyiv accuses Moscow of supporting pro-Russia forces in eastern Ukraine who shot down Boeing 777 with a missile in 2014.

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Reuters · Jun 5, 2023

Ukraine denounces Russia as 'terrorist state' at World Court hearing

Ukraine on Tuesday called Russia a terrorist state at the top U.N. court as hearings began in a case over Moscow's backing of pro-Russian separatists blamed for shooting down Malaysian Airlines Flight MH17 in 2014.

The Conversation · Jun 1, 2023

Governments and environmental groups are turning to international courts to address the impacts of climate change — podcast

This year, the United Nations International Court of Justice (ICJ) — the world’s highest court — is hearing its first argument about climate commitments.

The Independent UK · May 26, 2023

Rights groups slam severe Taliban restrictions on Afghan women as 'crime against humanity'

Two top rights groups say the severe restrictions imposed on women and girls by the Taliban in Afghanistan amount to gender-based persecution, which is a crime against humanity

Bangkok Post · May 21, 2023

Preah Vihear reopening a test

Thais are eagerly awaiting the reopening of the Preah Vihear temple ruins in Si Sa Ket, after 15 years of suspension, to promote tourism and a peace dialogue with Cambodia.

Reuters · Apr 6, 2023

World Court says it can rule on Guyana-Venezuela border dispute

Judges at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Thursday ruled they had jurisdiction over a long-running border dispute between Guyana and Venezuela, which could determine which country has rights to territory rich in oil and gas.

Salon · Apr 5, 2023

Vanuatu scores a big climate win

It convinced the UN to urge the highest court to rule on whether polluting nations must address climate change

The Conversation · Apr 3, 2023

The UN is asking the International Court of Justice for its opinion on states' climate obligations. What does this mean?

The United Nations has just backed a landmark resolution on climate justice.

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