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Palestinian Authority Closes Al Jazeera Platforms in Latest Press Restriction

The Palestinian Authority (PA) has recently ordered the shutdown of several Al Jazeera digital platforms for four months, according to a court document from the Magistrate Court of Ramallah in the occupied West Bank. This is the latest in a series of actions against the network by the PA. In a letter......

Trial Opens for Suspects in Amsterdam Attacks on Israeli Football Fans

The trial of five men accused of attacking Israeli football fans in Amsterdam last month has begun. The suspects, ranging in age from 19 to 32, face charges including attempted manslaughter following violent incidents that unfolded on November 8. The trial will be heard by a three-judge panel at the......

Uncovering the Tragedy Israel's Use of U.S. Weapons in Attack that Killed Journalists Raises Legal Concerns

In a tragic incident on October 25, 2024, an Israeli airstrike killed three journalists in southern Lebanon, sparking accusations of a potential war crime. A recent investigation has revealed that the weapons used in the attack were American-made, raising serious legal and ethical questions. The airstrike......

ICC Issues Arrest Warrants for Israeli and Hamas Leaders Amid Gaza Conflict

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas military commander Mohammed al-Masri, also known as Mohammed Deif, on charges related to alleged war crimes during the ongoing Gaza conflict. The......

Legal Fight Over Saudi Dissident’s Case Highlights Transnational Repression and Corporate Responsibility

:A Saudi dissident, who was once a close collaborator of Jamal Khashoggi, is pursuing legal action against the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) after a U.S. appeals court ruling linked a 2014 security breach at the company to damage he sustained. The breach, caused by Saudi operatives exploiting......

ICC Prosecutor Faces Scrutiny Amid Allegations of Misconduct and Potential Conflicts of Interest

The impartiality of an inquiry into allegations of sexual misconduct against the chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) is being questioned due to concerns about his connections to the agency overseeing the investigation. These concerns, raised by ICC staff, highlight potential conflicts......

ICC Prosecutor Urges Swift Action on Arrest Warrant Requests for Israeli and Hamas Officials

In a significant development at the International Criminal Court (ICC), Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan has called for an urgent ruling on his request for arrest warrants against high-profile figures involved in the ongoing Gaza conflict. This move underscores the escalating legal scrutiny surrounding the......

Australian Review Unveils 'Serious Failures' in IDF Strike on Aid Workers in Gaza

In a damning report released on Friday, an Australian government review concluded that "serious failures" by the Israeli military led to the tragic drone strikes that claimed the lives of seven aid workers in Gaza on April 1. The incident, which resulted in the deaths of charity workers from......