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Palestinian officials have condemned Israel's continued military operations in Gaza and the West Bank, declaring the ceasefire agreement ineffective and calling for urgent UN Security Council intervention.
Israeli artillery struck southern Syria's Quneitra province on Thursday, with three shells landing near Tal al-Ahmar al-Sharqi. The incident reflects intensifying Israeli military activities following the fall of Bashar al-Assad's government in December 2024.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has called for international legal action against the United States over damage to Iran's transport infrastructure, characterizing recent attacks on civilian facilities as war crimes.
Allegations have ended Karim Khan's career as ICC chief prosecutor, yet his legacy extends beyond the scandal. Experts debate whether his tenure will be defined by the misconduct or by substantive work.
Karim Khan's departure from the International Criminal Court marks the end of a controversial tenure defined by bold prosecutions of world leaders and damaging internal conflicts that undermined institutional credibility.
The Palestinian presidency has condemned escalating attacks by Israeli settlers against Palestinians in the West Bank, citing dozens of deaths this year and calling for international intervention to prevent regional destabilization.
Venezuela has formally withdrawn from the International Criminal Court, citing systemic bias against developing nations. The move comes as the ICC investigates the government of former president Nicolás Maduro for alleged crimes against humanity.
International Criminal Court prosecutor Karim Khan faces an uncertain future following sexual assault allegations that have shaken the institution. His controversial tenure included landmark warrants against major powers.
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has reversed his position, acknowledging he lacks the legal authority to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for alleged war crimes despite earlier suggesting he might pursue such action.
A US court has set June 2027 for the trial of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife on drug trafficking charges, following their controversial capture by American military forces in January. The ruling has reignited global criticism.
Dutch legal scholars have criticised the United States' campaign against the International Criminal Court, warning it undermines the global legal system and could push the world toward rule by the strongest nations rather than law.
New York's mayor has clarified that city authorities lack the power to enforce an ICC arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, passing responsibility to US federal officials.
The Philippine Palace has confirmed that Vice President Sara Duterte is travelling abroad until the end of July on an approved personal trip, even as her impeachment trial proceeds in Manila.
A Malaysian lawyer has become central to allegations of sexual misconduct against International Criminal Court chief prosecutor Karim Khan, sparking a crisis that extends well beyond The Hague and raising questions about accountability at the highest levels of international justice.
Benjamin Netanyahu's office has strongly criticized New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani after the mayor indicated he was evaluating whether to arrest the Israeli leader during an upcoming United Nations gathering in the city.
Thailand's concerns about Chinese-made tanks supplied to Cambodia expose a fundamental contradiction in its security doctrine. Bangkok cannot simultaneously brandish advanced fighter jets and cross-border airstrikes while portraying its neighbour's defensive acquisitions as existential threats.
Andrew and Tristan Tate, controversial social media figures, have been arrested in Miami by US Marshals following fresh rape and sex-trafficking charges filed by British prosecutors.
The European Union and Gulf Cooperation Council have jointly declared unlawful any attempt by states to claim sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz, condemning Iranian attacks on commercial vessels and reaffirming freedom of navigation under international law.
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has revealed ongoing discussions about potentially arresting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during the upcoming United Nations summit, a move that has prompted immediate condemnation from Netanyahu's office.
The European Union has formally criticised Israel's approval of expanded funding for West Bank settlements, warning the moves threaten Palestinian viability and violate international law regarding occupied territories.
A coalition of 14 nations including the Philippines, United States, Japan, and several European and Pacific democracies marked the 10th anniversary of a landmark arbitration ruling on the South China Sea, reaffirming its legal force and calling for peaceful resolution of maritime disputes.
Arab League Secretary-General Nabil Fahmy has reaffirmed the Palestinian cause as the organisation's top priority, condemning Israeli actions in Gaza, the West Bank, Lebanon, and Syria as violations of international law.
France has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to the International Criminal Court, dismissing American concerns that the institution undermines national sovereignty. The statement comes as Washington intensifies efforts to constrain the court's authority.
Two American advocacy organisations have filed legal proceedings against the Trump administration, claiming that sanctions targeting the International Criminal Court infringe on constitutional free speech rights.
Mexico has escalated its response to deaths of Mexican citizens linked to US immigration enforcement, referring cases to the UN and preparing legal complaints against American authorities.
A 14-nation coalition led by the Philippines marked the tenth anniversary of a landmark arbitral ruling on the South China Sea, reaffirming its legal binding status and calling for peaceful resolution of maritime disputes.
A Universiti Pertahanan Nasional Malaysia scholar has commended Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's diplomatic strategy on Gaza, characterising it as principled, legally grounded and backed by concrete humanitarian assistance.
The ICC has authorised freezing of funds seized from former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte for potential reparations if convicted, whilst rejecting prosecution requests to access his personal keys on privacy grounds.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has criticised inconsistent application of international law, arguing that major powers selectively enforce global norms based on geopolitical interests rather than universal principles.
The Palestinian government has issued a detailed account alleging widespread human rights abuses against detainees in Israeli custody, including torture and denial of medical care. The report documents over 3,376 administrative detainees held without trial.
Malaysia's parliament has passed legislation enabling the country to prosecute individuals with Malaysian connections who commit sexual offences against children outside its borders, closing a legal loophole.
Thai authorities have arrested an Australian man and charged him with murder after a 17-year-old girl's body was discovered in a suitcase in Pattaya. The girl's family has expressed their devastation over the incident.