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South Africa Accuses Israel of Apartheid at UN Court

In a landmark case at the International Court of Justice, South Africa has accused Israel of committing state-led apartheid against Palestinians, drawing direct parallels to its own historical struggle.

Murder witness confesses, innocent man freed from prison

In a dramatic turn of events, Brian Hooper has been released from prison after the prosecution's star witness, Paul Gooden, confessed to the 2014 murder of Lee Pomeroy himself. The case collapses, exposing a grave miscarriage of justice.

Belgium PM threatens Israel with sanctions over Gaza

Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo issues a stark ultimatum, warning of potential sanctions and trade measures against Israel if it fails to comply with the International Court of Justice's ruling on Gaza, marking a significant escalation in EU-Isra

New court rule: Judges must consider offender background

A landmark change in UK sentencing rules now requires judges to weigh an offender's social and cultural background, including experiences of racism and deprivation, potentially leading to more lenient sentences.

US Court Rules Trump Tariffs Unconstitutional

A US federal appeals court has delivered a seismic blow to former President Donald Trump's trade policy, declaring his administration's steel and aluminium tariffs unconstitutional. The landmark ruling from the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit cou

Fury as Criminals Dodge Court by Refusing Fiscal Fines

Exclusive data reveals thousands of offenders in Scotland, including those accused of assault and domestic abuse, are avoiding court by rejecting initial 'fiscal fines' and having their cases dropped entirely, sparking outrage from victims' groups.

Sinking Nations Take Historic Climate Fight to UN Court

The Maldives and Kiribati are spearheading a landmark UN resolution. They are seeking a decisive opinion from the International Court of Justice on the legal duties of nations to combat climate change and protect states facing existential threats from ris

Murderer's sentence slashed in shock court ruling

A convicted murderer serving a 23-year sentence could be freed early after a landmark High Court ruling deemed his original term 'excessive'. The case has ignited a fierce debate on justice and sentencing in the UK.

Trump Enacts Cashless Bail Order Transforming US Justice System

In a seismic shift for America's judicial landscape, former President Donald Trump has enacted a groundbreaking executive order to eliminate cash bail, a move set to dramatically alter the US prison system and spark fierce national debate on justice and p

Soft Justice Bill: Thousands to Dodge Prison

Exclusive: A landmark new Bill will see prison sentences under 12 months scrapped in England and Wales, allowing tens of thousands of offenders to avoid jail each year. Critics blast the move as a 'dangerous experiment' in soft justice.

MPs slam government over 'unacceptable' court delays

MPs from across the House of Commons unite in fury as the government fails to deliver on its promise to establish a new court for England and Wales, citing 'unacceptable' delays and demanding urgent action from the Justice Secretary.

Trump Braces for Justice Department Charges

Former US President Donald Trump is reportedly under scrutiny as the Justice Department finalises charges in a high-stakes legal battle that could reshape his political future.

Pacific Islands launch historic climate case at ICJ

A coalition of Pacific Island nations has launched a groundbreaking legal bid at the UN's top court, demanding stronger climate action from wealthy polluters to protect their vanishing homelands.

Tuvalu seeks ICJ opinion on climate change impact

The Pacific island nation of Tuvalu has requested an advisory opinion from the International Court of Justice on the legal obligations of states to address climate change, marking a pivotal moment in global climate justice efforts.

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