Tag: #InternationalLaw
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UN CONDEMNS IRAN’S GULF ATTACKS IN OVERWHELMING VOTE
The UN Security Council on Wednesday adopted a resolution condemning Iran’s strikes on GCC states and Jordan. The vote passed 13-0, with Russia and China abstaining. Presented by Bahrain and co-sponsored by 135 nations, the resolution strongly denounces attacks on civilian infrastructure, labeling them a breach of international law and a serious threat to global…
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HUMAN RIGHTS WATCH SLAMS ISRAEL FOR ALLEGED WHITE PHOSPHORUS USE IN LEBANON
Human Rights Watch (HRW) has accused Israel of illegally using white phosphorus in a residential area in southern Lebanon last week, warning of potentially fatal consequences for civilians. In a report released Monday, HRW said it verified seven recordings linked to the attack. White phosphorus ignites on contact with oxygen, burning until fully consumed, and…
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IRAN EMBASSY IN NIGERIA CONDEMNS ‘MILITARY STRIKES,’ CITES SOVEREIGNTY CONCERNS
The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Nigeria has strongly condemned what it described as recent military attacks on Iranian territory, warning that the strikes raise serious legal and diplomatic concerns. In a statement, the embassy said the attacks occurred amid ongoing diplomatic engagements between Iran and the United States, questioning the commitment…
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UN SOUNDS ALARM AS IRAN-ISRAEL CONFLICT SPARKS CIVILIAN DEATHS, MASS DISPLACEMENT
The United Nations is raising urgent concerns over the growing humanitarian toll of the Israeli-U.S. airstrikes on Iran and Tehran’s retaliatory attacks, warning that civilians are paying the highest price. UN human rights spokesperson Ravina Shamdasani described as “absolutely horrific” a reported strike on a primary school in Minab that allegedly killed and injured dozens…
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UN GENERAL ASSEMBLY AGAIN CALLS FOR END TO US EMBARGO ON CUBA FOR 33RD YEAR
The United Nations General Assembly has once again overwhelmingly passed a resolution demanding the United States end its decades-long economic, commercial, and financial embargo against Cuba. For the 33rd consecutive year, 165 of the UN’s 193 Member States voted in favor, while seven countries, including the US and Israel, opposed the resolution. Twelve nations abstained,…
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ICJ RULES ISRAEL MUST ENSURE AID FLOWS FREELY IN OCCUPIED PALESTINIAN TERRITORY
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has issued a strong advisory stating that Israel, as the occupying power in the Occupied Palestinian Territory (OPT), must uphold its responsibilities by allowing essential aid like food, water, medical supplies, and fuel to reach the population unhindered. The court also emphasized Israel’s duty to protect UN and humanitarian…
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POPE LEO XIV URGES GLOBAL COMMITMENT TO INTERNATIONAL LAW FOR PEACE
The Pope calls on nations to uphold fairness, cooperation, and accountability to preserve human dignity and justice worldwide. Pope Leo XIV emphasized the vital role of international and humanitarian law in promoting justice, peace, and human dignity during the UN General Assembly. Delivered by Archbishop Paul Gallagher, the Holy See’s message called for nations to…
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ISRAELI MILITARY STRIKES LEBANON AND SYRIA AGAIN, RAISING REGIONAL TENSIONS
Renewed Israeli attacks hit Lebanon and Syria, drawing sharp condemnation from Damascus. An Israeli drone struck a vehicle south of Beirut, seriously injuring one person, while airstrikes targeted areas near Homs and Latakia in Syria, with no initial casualties reported. Damascus condemned the attacks as violations of international law risking regional security. Israel said it’s…
