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Singapore's Court of Appeal has rejected a cybercrime suspect's attempt to challenge the legality of police seizures, ruling his legal approach was procedurally improper and dismissing his claims of unlawful confiscation.
Palestinian presidential spokesperson Nabil Abu Rudeineh has condemned Israel for continuing military operations in Gaza despite implementing a ceasefire agreement, urging the UN Security Council to enforce compliance.
Palestine's health authorities have declared the healthcare system is experiencing its most critical period ever, citing military operations in Gaza, escalating violence in the West Bank, and severe financial constraints.
Israeli artillery struck southern Syria's Quneitra province on Thursday, landing near Tal al-Ahmar al-Sharqi with no reported casualties. The incident reflects intensifying Israeli military activity in the region.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly welcomed the departure of International Criminal Court prosecutor Karim Khan, labelling his tenure a 'con job' following Khan's dismissal over sexual misconduct allegations.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has announced plans to pursue international legal action regarding extensive damage to Iran's transport and logistics infrastructure, characterizing recent US military operations as war crimes warranting investigation by competent international bodies.
The allegations against former ICC chief prosecutor Karim Khan have ended his career, yet his broader legacy in international criminal justice remains contested and complex.
Venezuela has formally notified the United Nations of its withdrawal from the International Criminal Court, claiming the institution exhibits systematic bias against developing nations while investigating the Maduro government for alleged crimes against humanity.
The International Criminal Court's member states voted to remove prosecutor Karim Khan after an investigation into serious misconduct allegations. The decision marks a significant upheaval in the institution's leadership.
The International Criminal Court's prosecutor Karim Khan faces an uncertain future as sexual assault allegations emerge, threatening to undermine his high-profile indictments against Russian and Israeli leaders and his controversial leadership tenure.
The United States has reinforced its commitment to maintaining freedom of navigation in global waters, particularly the South China Sea, as essential to regional security and uninterrupted trade flows that underpin economic growth.
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has acknowledged lacking the legal authority to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over war crimes allegations, reversing earlier statements about potentially detaining him.
A US federal judge has set June 1, 2027, as the trial date for Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores on drug trafficking charges. The couple was seized by American military forces in January, sparking widespread international condemnation.
Dutch legal scholars have strongly criticized the United States' campaign against the International Criminal Court, arguing it threatens the foundation of international law and could usher in a system based on might rather than justice.
New York's mayor has stated his office cannot enforce an International Criminal Court arrest warrant against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, urging federal authorities to clarify their position on the matter.
A Malaysian lawyer's sexual misconduct allegations against International Criminal Court chief prosecutor Karim Khan have ignited a global legal and political controversy with far-reaching consequences beyond The Hague.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office has strongly rebuked New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani after the American official raised the possibility of detaining the Israeli leader during a forthcoming United Nations gathering.
Thailand's concerns about Chinese-supplied tanks to Cambodia lack credibility given Bangkok's superior military arsenal, repeated fighter jet exercises, and history of airstrikes. The dispute reveals how regional powers weaponise security narratives.
Controversial internet personalities Andrew and Tristan Tate have been arrested in Miami following fresh rape and sex-trafficking charges filed by British prosecutors, marking an escalation in legal proceedings against the brothers.
The EU and Gulf Cooperation Council have jointly denounced attempts by any state to claim sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz, emphasising that freedom of navigation is guaranteed under international law and cannot be restricted through permits or fees.
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani has indicated ongoing deliberations about potentially arresting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu when he attends the forthcoming UN General Assembly session, drawing swift condemnation from Netanyahu's office.
A Malaysian lawyer has publicly identified herself for the first time regarding allegations against ICC chief prosecutor Karim Khan, denying claims of political motivation while critiquing how her anonymity enabled others to distort her narrative.
The European Union has formally objected to Israel's recent settlement expansion initiatives in the West Bank, cautioning that such measures jeopardise the feasibility of establishing an independent Palestinian state.
France has doubled down on its support for the International Criminal Court, rejecting US claims that the tribunal threatens national sovereignty. Paris condemned threats against ICC personnel as Washington escalates pressure on the global justice institution.
Two US advocacy groups have filed suit against the Trump administration, contending that sanctions targeting the International Criminal Court breach constitutional free speech protections following a coordinated diplomatic offensive.
The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission is actively searching for two Bangladeshi nationals to serve as prosecution witnesses in a high-profile corruption trial currently underway at the Kuala Lumpur Sessions Court.
A 14-nation coalition led by the Philippines commemorated a decade since the 2016 arbitration tribunal ruling on the South China Sea, reaffirming the decision's binding legal status and calling for peaceful dispute resolution.
Malaysia's Religious Affairs Minister Dr Zulkifli Hasan has strongly condemned the detention of the Grand Mufti of Jerusalem, Sheikh Muhammad Hussein, describing it as a violation of religious freedom and a breach of the Al-Aqsa Mosque's sanctity.
Physicians for Human Rights has raised alarm over the health of Dr Hussam Abu Safiya, director of Kamal Adwan Hospital in Gaza, after his transfer to an Israeli prison, documenting serious injuries and demanding his immediate release.
A defence university analyst has commended Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's approach to the Gaza conflict, describing it as principled, legally grounded and backed by concrete humanitarian action through Malaysia's RM100 million aid commitment.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has reaffirmed Malaysia's commitment to pursuing fugitive financier Jho Low through domestic courts, stating that any clemency decision by the US administration would not alter Kuala Lumpur's position.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has dismissed predictions of inevitable conflict in the South China Sea, emphasizing dialogue, international law, and constructive engagement with China as pathways to regional stability.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has highlighted what he termed "double standards" in how international law and norms are applied globally, citing recent disputes as examples of inconsistent enforcement by the international community.
Palestine's Foreign Ministry has strongly rejected attempts to erode UNRWA's mandate, calling the UN agency an irreplaceable lifeline delivering education, healthcare and emergency aid across Palestinian territories and refugee camps.