international law

Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey issued a joint statement condemning Israel for intensifying strikes on Gaza, calling them a violation of international law. The countries criticized the targeting of health facilities, infrastructure, and civilian casualties, including women and children, as part of ongoing Israeli violations in the Gaza Strip.

Malaysia's defense minister urged major powers to apply international law consistently rather than selectively, highlighting regional concerns over perceived rule-breaking by big players. The statement was made at the 37th International Military Law and Operations Conference in Kuala Lumpur.

The article criticizes the Board of Peace as a failed entity that should be abandoned and advocates for the Palestinian issue to be addressed within the UN framework and international law.

Rep. Ro Khanna echoed New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani's call for the arrest of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, stating the American president should arrest Netanyahu or Russian President Vladimir Putin under international law ahead of Netanyahu's U.S. visit.

New York City mayor Mamdani's vision of the city as a center for international law faces challenges as foreign courts' influence remains limited in the U.S. Over a year and a half after pledging to arrest Netanyahu, the mayor is now grappling with the practical irrelevance of such legal actions.

Maduro and Flores are scheduled for a federal trial in New York starting June 1, 2027, facing cocaine and weapons charges. Their defense claims Maduro is a 'prisoner of war' and his arrest was a kidnapping violating international law.

Iran accuses the US of attacking an Iranian nuclear facility. Iranian nuclear authorities stated that such an attack violates international law.

Major-General Avi Bluth, head of Israel’s Central Command, praised illegal settler outposts in the occupied West Bank as security assets, despite their illegality under international and Israeli law. These outposts are described as contributing to Palestinian ethnic cleansing through actions like settler arson.

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi stated that Iran will never request negotiations with the United States, dismissing discussions about international law during wartime as a joke. He also asserted that Iran must control all of the Strait of Hormuz for national security reasons.

The Jerusalem Governorate condemned an Israeli plan to establish the largest settlement in East Jerusalem's Umm Lison neighborhood, involving 450 housing units for nearly 2,000 settlers. The Governorate described the project as part of a broader colonial system targeting Palestinian geography to restrict urban expansion and surround neighborhoods with settlement blocs.

The article examines five recurring narratives criticizing international law, particularly its regulation of military force, using contexts like the Ukraine war, Gaza war, and Iran. It argues these narratives—such as international law being a facade for power politics or too dogmatic—are often flawed, reflecting tensions between power and universal norms.

The article discusses increased defense spending and strategic competition in the Indo-Pacific, noting that international law may seem secondary to military power. It references the 10th anniversary of the 2016 South China Sea Arbitration Award.

China has increased its territorial claims in the sea east of Taiwan. Beijing argues that Japan-Philippines maritime border negotiations violate international law.

The article explains how international law underpins everyday American life, using a Fourth of July barbecue as an example. It highlights the American Society of International Law's work and discusses the U.S. withdrawal from international organizations.

Volker Türk, United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, emphasizes the interconnectedness of migration, climate change, nationality, international law, and governance as manifestations of a broader crisis of solidarity and political responsibility. He urges people to 'see in other a human being, not dehumanize' in addressing global challenges.

The Vatican accused the EU of applying a double standard in its handling of wars, citing inconsistent foreign policy actions. The EU defended its commitment to international law without directly addressing the criticism, while some European Parliament members supported the Vatican's claims.

Iran’s deputy foreign minister Kazem Gharibabadi discussed future management of the Strait of Hormuz with Oman’s Abdulaziz Al-Hinai, referencing the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding’s paragraph five. Talks focus on removing technical/military obstacles, demining, and defining maritime services in line with international law and coastal states’ sovereign rights.

The Vatican's doctrinal chief accused the European Union of selectively applying international law and inconsistent foreign policy, criticizing sanctions and aid based on political alliances. The Vatican is rethinking the traditional doctrine of a just war, leading to a conflict with U.S. Vice President JD Vance over its interpretation.

Kuwait's foreign ministry condemned Iran's drone attack on Bahrain, calling it a violation of Bahrain's sovereignty and international law, and a threat to regional security. Iran stated the attack was in retaliation for US strikes on its coastal surveillance facilities.

Bahrain condemned Iranian drone attacks on its territory, accusing Iran of undermining regional peace efforts. The foreign ministry stated the attacks violated international law and endangered civilians, while Iran claimed it targeted US-linked facilities following US strikes on its coastal surveillance sites.

Natasha Hausdorff criticizes Mayor Mamdani for spreading anti-Zionist propaganda and misinformation about international law and Israel.

SJM has written to a U.S. envoy regarding the killing of Indian seafarers, demanding an investigation and compensation. Mahajan claimed the U.S. action violated international law on seas, armed conflict, and human rights.

A UK MP stated Pakistan has the right under international law to defend itself against attacks from Afghanistan, emphasizing the need for dialogue and regional stability. The official discussed security concerns with Pakistani leaders, including recent violence linked to Afghan-based terrorist groups and regional issues like the Strait of Hormuz.

The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) condemned the opening of a Somaliland embassy in occupied Jerusalem, calling the move illegal under international law. The OIC stated the action violates the UN Charter and relevant resolutions, reaffirming solidarity with Somalia's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

London protesters condemned an event promoting Israeli settlement land and property sales, calling it a violation of international law. Demonstrators labeled the land sale 'unacceptable' and illegal.

Norway's deputy foreign minister Andreas Kravik condemns the US-Israeli war on Iran as illegal under international law, emphasizing that states must uphold legal principles even when allies violate them. He argues the conflict lacks UN Security Council authorization, self-defense justification, or Iranian consent, and criticizes Iran's disproportionate response and domestic actions as breaches of international law.

Pakistan's mediation efforts between the US and Iran highlight its role in shaping international law through customary practices. The article emphasizes how mediation, as a legal tool under the UN Charter, helps prevent conflicts and reinforces norms of peaceful dispute resolution.

London Mayor Sadiq Khan supports banning a real estate sales event in London that includes properties in Israel and illegal settlements in the occupied West Bank. He condemned the settlements as unjustifiable and illegal under international law and criticized efforts to market such properties in London.

The UN chief condemned an attack on a tanker that killed three Indian seafarers. The Secretary-General emphasized that navigational rights and freedoms must be respected under international law.

A major Amnesty International report accuses Israel of ethnically cleansing Palestinian Bedouin and herding communities in Area C of the occupied West Bank through a state-driven campaign of forcible transfer. The report highlights expanded gun licenses, increased settlement construction, and legalisation of illegal outposts, all violating international law.

Pope Leo XIV delivered a historic speech to Spain’s parliament, advocating for respect for migrants' rights and international law, which received a 7-minute standing ovation. The address marked the first papal speech to Spanish lawmakers and reflected growing acceptance of the Catholic Church in a secularized Spain.

Pope Leo XIV received a seven-minute standing ovation from Spanish lawmakers after addressing parliament on the need for 'moral renewal' to respect migrants, the unborn, and vulnerable people. His speech marked a historic moment of Catholic Church acceptance in Spain, a secular country with declining religious observance, and coincided with regional tensions between Israel and Iran.

Pope Leo XIV delivered a historic speech to Spain's parliament, calling for respect for migrants' rights and international law, which received a 7-minute standing ovation. The address marked a significant shift in the Catholic Church's political acceptance in secular Spain, contrasting with its past role under Franco's dictatorship.

Pope Leo XIV delivered his first speech to the Spanish parliament, urging respect for migrants' rights, international law, and moral renewal in public life. He also called for peace in the Israel-Iran conflict and criticized rearmament and AI weapons.

Pope Leo XIV addressed the Spanish parliament, urging respect for migrant rights and international law. The speech marked a new level of Catholic Church acceptance in Spain's public sphere.

Israel has reportedly used white phosphorus near Lebanese cities and towns. White phosphorus is not banned under international law but can cause 'cruel injuries' and indiscriminate harm in civilian areas.

Israel has reportedly used white phosphorus near Lebanese cities and towns. White phosphorus is not banned under international law but can cause cruel injuries and indiscriminate harm in civilian areas.

Iran's foreign ministry condemns US attacks on Qeshm Island and Goruk as 'adventurist actions' that violate a fragile ceasefire agreement and endanger regional security. The statement holds the US solely responsible for the consequences and urges regional countries to adhere to international law principles.

The article examines why strikes continue in Gaza, Iran, and Lebanon despite existing ceasefires, questioning enforcement of international law. Three experts discuss the challenges of enforcing ceasefire agreements when violations persist.

Israel’s Supreme Court ruled that the government must allow the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to visit Palestinian prisoners, rejecting a ban on such visits. The decision affirms Red Cross access under international law.