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The United Nations reported that approximately one-third of Palestinians killed by Israel since the ceasefire in October were near the ceasefire line with Hamas, raising concerns about civilian targeting.
The United Nations Human Rights Office reported that nearly one-third of Palestinians killed by the Israeli occupation forces since the ceasefire began were martyred near the 'Yellow Line' in Gaza, highlighting the escalating violence in the region.
The Catholic Church in the Philippines has announced the formation of an independent commission to investigate extrajudicial killings linked to former President Rodrigo Duterte's drug war. This initiative comes ahead of Duterte's scheduled trial in November.
Despite Lebanon's accusations against Israel for committing war crimes, the Lebanese government refuses to grant the International Criminal Court (ICC) the authority to investigate. This decision stems from fears of political and military repercussions.
The Syrian judiciary has charged Aatif Najib, cousin of Bashar al-Assad, with war crimes committed during the suppression of protests in 2011. This trial marks a historic legal step amid rising demands for justice.
Former security official Aatif Najib appeared before the Fourth Criminal Court in Damascus, facing charges of war crimes including murder and torture against peaceful protesters in Daraa in 2011. This trial is part of transitional justice efforts by the new Syrian authorities.
On Sunday, Judge Fakhr al-Din al-Aryan of the Fourth Criminal Court in Damascus charged Aatif Najib, a high-ranking official from 2008 to 2011, with committing massacres and war crimes. These accusations emerge amid rapid developments in the ongoing conflict in Syria.
The Public Prosecutor's Office in Peru has opened a preliminary criminal investigation against an Israeli soldier from the 'Shaked' Battalion of the 'Givati' Brigade, accused of committing war crimes. This action is part of international efforts to hold human rights violators accountable.
Karim Khan, the prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, has disclosed a 'serious' and 'biased' campaign aimed at his removal due to unproven allegations of sexual misconduct and his investigations into Israeli war crimes. This revelation was made during an exclusive interview with 'Middle East Eye'.
In a revealing conversation with Mohammed Hashim, British journalist Peter Oborne disclosed his reasons for distancing himself from the British establishment, criticizing Labour leader Keir Starmer for failing to condemn Israeli war crimes. Oborne, who spent decades at the heart of British media, connects the Iraq War to the current situation in Gaza.
A court in Stockholm has sentenced Mahmoud Suidan, known as 'the masked man', to life imprisonment for war crimes and crimes against humanity committed in the Yarmouk camp in Damascus in 2014. This ruling is part of international efforts to hold perpetrators accountable for crimes in conflicts.
The Metropolitan Police in London has declined to investigate ten British citizens accused of committing war crimes during Israeli military operations in Gaza. This decision follows the submission of credible evidence by Palestinian human rights organizations regarding their involvement in serious violations.
International Criminal Court Prosecutor <strong>Kareem Khan</strong> is set to deliver a speech in <strong>Oxford</strong> next Tuesday, May 5. This will be his first public appearance following investigations into allegations of misconduct, which Khan has denied.
Old videos from Sednaya Prison have resurfaced, documenting the brutal practices of the Syrian regime against detainees. Captured by surveillance cameras, these clips highlight serious human rights violations.
The International Criminal Court has convicted a militant from Mali for war crimes and crimes against humanity during his leadership of the 'Islamic Police' in Timbuktu in 2012. This conviction marks a significant step towards achieving international justice.
The Yarmouk massacre in Damascus stands as one of the most horrific organized crimes of the new millennium, where the blood of victims from Syria and Palestine intertwined. Families of the victims are calling for the truth to be revealed and for those responsible to be held accountable.
Ali Hassan Khalil, an aide to the Lebanese Speaker of Parliament, revealed that Israel has destroyed parts of 39 villages in southern Lebanon since the ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah last week. He deemed these actions as clear war crimes.
Democratic efforts in the U.S. Congress to impeach former President Donald Trump are intensifying, driven by rising concerns over threats of war crimes. These developments come at a critical time of increasing political tensions in the U.S.
In a speech delivered to three thousand students in Cuneo, France, actor George Clooney accused U.S. President Donald Trump of committing a war crime through his threats against Iran. Clooney emphasized the importance of peace and adherence to international laws.
An Australian soldier decorated with medals remains in custody on charges related to war crimes committed during Australia's military presence in Afghanistan. The investigation continues amid growing concerns over human rights violations.
Australian General Ben Roberts-Smith, a recipient of the highest military honors, remains in jail after being charged with five counts of war crimes related to the killing of civilians in Afghanistan. He was arrested at Sydney Airport and has denied all allegations against him.
Former Australian soldier Ben Roberts-Smith, a highly decorated veteran, will remain in custody after his legal team opted not to seek bail. He faces five charges related to the alleged killing of Afghan civilians between 2009 and 2012.
Australian police have arrested Ben Roberts-Smith, one of the country's most decorated soldiers, on war crimes charges related to his service in Afghanistan. He faces allegations of killing unarmed civilians between 2009 and 2012.
Australian authorities have charged a former soldier with five war crimes committed during his service in Afghanistan, reflecting the government's commitment to holding individuals accountable for human rights violations. This case raises questions about the conduct of Australian military forces.
The US government is seeking to avoid accusations of war crimes during its attacks on Iranian infrastructure amid escalating tensions with Tehran. Concerns are growing over a potential military escalation.
Australian authorities have charged former special forces soldier Ben Roberts-Smith with murder following investigations into alleged war crimes committed in Afghanistan between 2009 and 2012. The accusations have sparked significant debate regarding the conduct of Australian troops during that period.
The European Union has urged President Donald Trump to refrain from targeting civilian infrastructure in Iran, warning that such actions could be considered war crimes. This call comes as American threats against Tehran escalate with a deadline approaching for reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
The Pentagon is broadening its list of potential targets in Iran to include dual-use energy sites, aiming to sidestep accusations of war crimes. This strategy emerges amidst escalating tensions between the United States and Iran.
A report by Politico reveals that the Pentagon is developing a plan to strike Iran, aimed at absolving former President Donald Trump from potential war crime repercussions. This comes amid Trump's threats to unleash 'hell' on Iran if it does not comply with his demands regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
Australian authorities have arrested <strong>Ben Roberts-Smith</strong>, one of the country's most decorated soldiers, on war crimes charges related to his service in Afghanistan. This arrest comes amid increasing calls for accountability regarding human rights violations.