International Law
Un rapporteur calls for global solidarity against Palestinian war crimes
Francesca Albanese, UN Special Rapporteur on the Occupied Palestinian Territories, addressed a large interfaith audience in Cape Town, urging action against the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. She emphasized the need for united struggles and enforcement of international law to prevent genocide. The event highlighted South Africa's role in global solidarity efforts.
Dozens of countries sign new UN cybercrime treaty
A new United Nations treaty on cybercrime has been signed by dozens of countries. The agreement requires nations to share data and extradite suspects involved in cyber offenses.
Duterte appeals ICC jurisdiction ruling
The defense team of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has formally appealed the pre-trial chamber's decision rejecting his challenge to the International Criminal Court's jurisdiction. The notice of appeal was submitted on October 28, urging reversal of the October 23 ruling. Duterte's lawyers seek a finding that no legal basis exists for continuing the proceedings and his immediate release from detention.
Mamdani pledges to uphold ICC warrant against Netanyahu in NYC
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New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani stated that the city should honor an International Criminal Court arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he visits. During a Fox News interview, Mamdani emphasized upholding international law while refusing to credit President Trump for a recent Israel-Hamas ceasefire or specify if Hamas should disarm.
South Africa accused of hypocrisy in arms exports to juntas
The Southern Africa Litigation Centre has accused South Africa's government of violating its own laws by approving arms sales to military juntas in several African countries and to nations implicated in human rights abuses. A new report highlights exports to Mali, Guinea, Gabon, Burkina Faso, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates despite legal prohibitions. This contradicts South Africa's commitments to peace and human rights.