Tag #International Law

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Trump's Imperialist Threats Follow Biden's Erosion of International Law

Donald Trump's threats to use military force to seize Greenland and the Panama Canal, and to pressure Canada into becoming the 51st US state, follow the Biden administration's consistent undermining of international law in favor of Israel during the Gaza war, creating a climate of impunity and erodi...

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China's Coast Guard Ship Triggers New Philippine Warning in South China Sea

A large Chinese coast guard ship entered the Philippines' exclusive economic zone, prompting officials to warn of potential new international lawsuits against China due to its growing aggression in the South China Sea; this follows a 2016 arbitration ruling that invalidated China's expansive claims ...

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US Sanctions Threaten International Criminal Court

The US House of Representatives passed a law threatening sanctions against anyone supporting the International Criminal Court (ICC), following ICC arrest warrants for Israeli leaders; the law's broad scope targets individuals and their families, potentially impacting the ICC's legitimacy.

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Space Junk Falls in Kenya, Raising Concerns About Space Debris

A 500kg metallic ring from a space launch rocket fell in Mukuku village, Kenya, causing minor structural damage to homes and sparking concerns about radiation—though tests revealed no harm—highlighting the growing issue of space debris.

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Israel to Ban UNRWA, Jeopardizing Aid to Millions of Palestinians

Israel's ban on the UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), effective January 28th, will severely limit its operations in Gaza and the West Bank, jeopardizing essential services for millions of Palestinians and potentially causing a humanitarian crisis, following accusations of UNRWA's alleged collabora...

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Court Rulings on Taghi, Trump, and Meesters Cases

Dutch courts are addressing a request to replace judges in the Ridouan Taghi trial, while a New York court issues a verdict on Donald Trump's hush-money case, and a Groningen court decides on the case against Robert D., accused of ordering the 2002 murder of teacher Gerard Meesters.

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Biden Seeks to Seize $300 Billion in Russian Assets for Ukraine Negotiations

In a last-ditch effort before leaving office, the Biden administration is trying to seize $300 billion in frozen Russian assets to leverage for peace negotiations with Russia over Ukraine, but faces European opposition and legal concerns.

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China Builds Structure in Disputed Waters, Breaching Agreement with South Korea

China has constructed a large floating structure (approximately 50 meters by 50 meters) in waters it disputes with South Korea, violating a 2001 agreement and raising concerns of broader territorial ambitions, mirroring similar actions in the South China Sea.

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Trump's Tariffs Threaten Unprecedented Trade War with Canada

President-elect Trump's announcement of tariffs against Canada initiates an unprecedented trade war, jeopardizing a 150-year relationship characterized by peaceful dispute resolution, as seen in past successful third-party arbitrations involving environmental and maritime issues.

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Biden Releases Guantánamo Detainees, but Prison Closure Remains Unlikely

President Biden facilitated the release of eleven Guantánamo Bay detainees to Oman, aiming to close the controversial prison before leaving office; however, experts predict its closure is unlikely under President Trump, who previously reversed efforts to close it, leaving fifteen detainees, includin...

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Ukraine Warns Against Halting Druzhba Pipeline Transit, Facing EU Legal Challenges

Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal warned on January 10th that halting oil transit via the Druzhba pipeline would violate international agreements and risk legal repercussions, while Hungary criticized a proposed Ukrainian law banning such transit during wartime.

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Poland Guarantees Netanyahu Safe Passage to Auschwitz Despite ICC Warrant

Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk guaranteed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu safe passage to the Auschwitz liberation anniversary despite an ICC arrest warrant, defying the court's authority but aligning with other countries prioritizing the event's significance.

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