JURIST

OCTOBER 27, 2024

North Korea announced on Friday that sending troops to support Russia in the war in Ukraine would align with international law, though it held back from confirming any actual deployments in a statement from North Korea’s Vice Foreign Minister Kim Jong Gyu to North Korea’s state news agency.

Laws 210

Laws 210

JURIST

JANUARY 24, 2025

In a presidential press release , Ramaphosa argued that Expropriation Act, 2020 aligns the law with the Constitution. We are in discussions with our legal team to formulate our case,” a DA press release stated. The law, the product of a five-year project, repeals the predemocractic-era Expropriation Act of 1975.

Government 238

Government Education Laws Legal 238

JURIST

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

According to the Kursk judicial system’s press service, Trent will be detained if arrested in Russia or if she is extradited to the country. The post Russian court orders arrest of French journalist for crossing Kursk border illegally appeared first on JURIST - News.

Court 197

Court Government 197

JURIST

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

The National Union of Journalists also called for the reform of the country’s anti-terror legislation, stating: Frenchie’s case is a clear example of continuing attacks on press freedom and the worsening impunity on violations of the rights of journalists in the Philippines.

Finance 195

Finance Laws Court 195

JURIST

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Local news media, including Tagesschau and Spiegel , identified the suspect as Taleb A. In a press conference on Saturday, Prosecutor Horst Walter Nopens said that the background of the crime could have been dissatisfaction with the way Saudi Arabian refugees are treated in Germany. According to these reports, Taleb A.

Court 196

Court Immigration 196

JURIST

JANUARY 3, 2025

Local news sources reported that 12 people, including two children aged five and nine, lost their lives. Local news sources claimed only nine police officers were present in Centinje at the time when the gunman initiated the killing spree using an illegal firearm. The tragedy has not come without political discontent.

Government 197

Government Legal Legal Laws 197

JURIST

JANUARY 21, 2025

According to a press release, the Constitutional Review Committee was created to “enhance democratic governance within the country.” The post Ghana president establishes new Constitutional Review Committee appeared first on JURIST - News. Mahama was recently urged to protect human rights following his inauguration.

Government 197

Government 197

JURIST

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

President Iohannis issued a press statement announcing his resignation. In the press statement, Iohannis also criticized the opposition’s move to initiate a procedure to suspend the president. The post Romania President resigns amidst Russia election interference allegations appeared first on JURIST - News.

Court 210

Court Legal Legal 210

JURIST

OCTOBER 28, 2024

Krasner noted in his press statement that the “civil action neither precludes nor requires potential future action under Pennsylvania criminal law.” In an interview with Meet the Press, Shapiro characterized the petition as “deeply concerning” and “something that law enforcement could take a look at.”

Attorney 211

Attorney Criminal Law Statute Litigating 211

JURIST

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Mercier emphasized the urgent need for the restoration of press freedoms, insisting that media outlets must be allowed to resume operations free from fear and intervention. The post Reporters Without Borders says Afghanistan press freedom hit record low amid Taliban crackdown appeared first on JURIST - News.

Government 208

Government Laws 208

JURIST

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Several victims and survivors of enforced disappearances in Kenya talked about their experiences at a press conference. In a press release, the KNCHR noted that “enforced disappearances cannot and must not be normalized in Kenya. The post Kenya victims of abduction call for ICC investigation appeared first on JURIST - News.

Government 181

Government Statute Court 181

JURIST

DECEMBER 30, 2024

A Mediascope study reported by Re:Russia showed that the messaging platform has emerged as a key news source, particularly for younger Russians. In June 2024, Russia blocked access to 81 European media websites from 25 European countries, affecting outlets like France’s Agence France-Presse (AFP), Le Monde, and Liberation.

Technology 195

Technology Court Laws 195

JURIST

MAY 17, 2025

Reporters Without Borders (RSF) on Friday warned of a major offensive against press freedom in Peru regarding actions by all three branches of government, including legislative reform, judicial harassment, and presidential enactments.

Government 129

Government Laws Legal Legal 129

JURIST

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Amnesty International has welcomed the ruling, describing it as a “landmark case for press freedom.” ” The post UK tribunal rules Northern Ireland police illegally spied on journalists appeared first on JURIST - News.

Court 222

Court Laws 222

JURIST

OCTOBER 13, 2024

In a press conference, Munch stated that there is a persistent risk for tensions considering the stagnation in the EU-facilitated negotiations that attempt to normalize the relationship between Kosovo and Serbia. The post NATO warns against Kosovo unilaterally opening bridge appeared first on JURIST - News.

Government 211

Government Court Rules Court 211

JURIST

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Climate change is expected to cost New York taxpayers half a trillion dollars in repair and preparations for extreme weather between now and 2050. The post New York new climate law imposes billion dollar fines on fossil fuel companies appeared first on JURIST - News.

Laws 223

Laws Government 223

JURIST

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Individual rights are a pressing matter in Cuba. The post Amnesty International designates 4 as prisoners of conscience in Cuba appeared first on JURIST - News. Activist Luis Robles was sentenced to 10 years in prison in October 2021 for peacefully protesting on a public street.

Government 197

Government 197

JURIST

MARCH 11, 2025

The experts pointed out that the Slovakian government has increasingly cracked down on non-governmental organizations (NGOs), journalists, and peaceful protesters by launching smear campaigns, restricting press access to official events, and interfering with the independence of public media.

Government 195

Government Criminal Law Laws Legal 195

JURIST

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Szmydt defected to Belarus in May and announced his resignation from the Warsaw Provincial Court in a press conference organized by the Belarus state media. The post Belarus grants asylum to defecting Poland judge appeared first on JURIST - News.

Court 197

Court Laws 197

JURIST

MAY 10, 2025

Reporters Without Borders (RSF) condemned India on Friday for its alarming censorship of news media amid escalating military tensions with Pakistan. The Indian government also ordered X (formerly Twitter) to block more than 8,000 accounts, including accounts of international news organizations.

Freelance 104

Freelance Government Technology Legal 104

JURIST

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Venkataramiahs legacy as the 19th Chief Justice of India and his contribution to press freedom through landmark judgments. The post India Supreme Court justice emphasizes importance of independent constitutional institutions appeared first on JURIST - News. The event was attended by several dignitaries, including Justice B.V.

Court 211

Court Law School Laws 211

JURIST

APRIL 8, 2025

Amnesty International warned that Salvadoran human rights activist Fidel Zavala faces an immediate risk of torture in a press release on Tuesday. The post El Salvador rights activist faces risk of torture following arbitration detention: Amnesty International appeared first on JURIST - News.

194

194

JURIST

JANUARY 13, 2025

The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ), along with 24 civil society organizations, called on newly elected Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to prioritize press freedom in his administration. The post Civil groups urge Sri Lanka new president to uphold press freedom appeared first on JURIST - News.

Government 118

Government Legal Legal 118

JURIST

JANUARY 25, 2025

In his press release on International Anti-Corruption Day 2024, President Anura emphasized that Sri Lanka already has sufficient laws and institutions to combat bribery and corruption. The post Sri Lanka ex-president’s son arrested on corruption charges appeared first on JURIST - News.

Attorney 211

Attorney Laws 211

JURIST

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Mahdaoui, the editor-in-chief of the Badil news website, has faced several legal proceedings in the past, particularly related to his coverage of the protests during the Hirak Rif movement. Reporters Sans Frontières ranked Morocco 129th out of 180 countries in its 2024 World Press Freedom Index.

Court 211

Court Legal Legal Laws 211

JURIST

DECEMBER 21, 2024

year prison sentence for Nikalayevich, a former videographer for the independent news website Media-Polesye. The government has since labeled most independent media outlets and the BAJ as “extremist organizations,” causing the country’s ranking in the 2024 Press Freedom Index to plummet to 167th out of 180 countries.

Government 193

Government Court 193

JURIST

JANUARY 4, 2025

Baerbock also emphasized the urgent need to address Syrias pressing humanitarian crisis and provide relief to its people. ” The post Germany urges inclusive transition in Syria amid visit by European officials appeared first on JURIST - News.

Government 211

Government 211

JURIST

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

In response to these laws, China’s Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Mao Ning stated at a regular press conference that the introduction of the new acts infringes on China’s territorial sovereignty and maritime rights in the South China Sea.

Laws 223

Laws Legal Legal Court 223

JURIST

JANUARY 8, 2025

The post Peru condemns acts of repression in Venezuela declaring Edmundo Gonzales as President-elect appeared first on JURIST - News. Venezuelan Attorney General Tarek William Saab announced the release of detainees in December.

Government 211

Government Attorney Laws 211

JURIST

JANUARY 19, 2025

The post US court sentences former Mozambique finance minister to extended prison term appeared first on JURIST - News.

Finance 197

Finance Court Attorney 197

JURIST

NOVEMBER 9, 2024

Argentieri reported in a DOJ press release that the charges are tied to alleged acts involving a real estate development scheme. The post US officials in Mississippi charged with bribery, conspiracy appeared first on JURIST - News. Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Nicole M.

Real Estate 230

Real Estate Attorney Government Laws 230

JURIST

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Press freedom organizations urged the Georgian government to protect journalists on Thursday following a surge of threats and restrictions targeting journalists covering the country’s recent parliamentary election. A joint report reveals a concerning environment for journalists covering the elections, which were held on October 26, 2024.

Government 104

Government Legal Legal Lawyer 104

JURIST

APRIL 6, 2025

In such situations, law enforcement must ensure that journalists are identified and that their specific role is respected… No one should be ill-treated by the security forces especially a member of the free press.

Finance 163

Finance Technology Legal Legal 163

JURIST

APRIL 30, 2025

HRW is urging the UN Security Council to hold an open meeting on Myanmar to press the junta to facilitate humanitarian relief and immediately stop attacks. The post Myanmar military junta criticized over assaults on healthcare following devastating earthquake appeared first on JURIST - News.

Healthcare 224

Healthcare Government Laws 224

JURIST

APRIL 29, 2025

According to the news outlet All About Macau , the two reporters were detained for 11 hours after being barred from covering a session of the legislative assembly earlier this month where sensitive discussions regarding national security legislation were underway.

Government 129

Government Laws 129

JURIST

OCTOBER 20, 2024

The post Former Indian spy charged with plotting assassination of Sikh activist in New York appeared first on JURIST - News. Following Nijjar’s murder, Gupta allegedly informed the undercover officer that Nijjar had also been a target and emphasized that the assassination of the activist should proceed without delay.

Government 197

Government Court 197

JURIST

DECEMBER 10, 2024

In a press release following his visit, Saul commended the countrys proactive approach of combining security measures with long-term development efforts, fostering better connections between communities and security forces. The post UN expert praises Ivory Coast humanitarian efforts and urges legal reform appeared first on JURIST - News.

Legal 197

Legal Legal Finance Government 197