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🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Jacob caught by the police with cannabis: "I sat with my head down trying to understand what was happening"

A man named Jacob in Lithuania was arrested for possessing cannabis, raising questions about the legality and proportionality of such laws in the country.

Mar 22 • 08:59 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Defense Minister assures that the ruling of the Constitutional Court regarding the curfew will be respected and the mobility of the press and judicial officials will be guaranteed

The Defense Minister of Ecuador states that the government will comply with the Constitutional Court's ruling affirming the legality of the curfew imposed by President Daniel Noboa.

Mar 21 • 01:59 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Consultancy linked to Nunes Marques' son received R$ 6.6 million from Master and R$ 11.3 million from JBS

A tax consultancy tied to the son of Brazilian Supreme Court minister Kassio Nunes Marques received significant payments from Banco Master and JBS, raising questions about the legality and origin of these funds.

Mar 21 • 01:10 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Crime & Justice

George Tsangarakis: The video with the 'sacred relic', the 500 paintings, and the secret storage

Authorities are investigating a secret storage facility in Greece linked to art dealer George Tsangarakis due to concerns over the legality of over 500 paintings and an 18th-century Bible showcased in a controversial video.

Mar 20 • 14:43 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

Ambassador: Iran demands Germany clarifies the role of Ramstein military base

Iran has requested Germany to clarify the role and legality of the Ramstein military base in light of its use by U.S. forces.

Mar 19 • 18:27 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

ECHR dismisses pro-Kremlin activist's complaint against Latvia

The European Court of Human Rights has dismissed a complaint from pro-Kremlin activist Aleksandr Dubjago regarding the legality of his detention and a search of his residence in Latvia.

Mar 19 • 17:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
World

Cluster bombs: how they work and why they are increasingly used in the Middle East war

The article discusses the recent use of cluster munitions by Iran against Israel, highlighting their legality and devastating effects on civilian populations.

Mar 19 • 16:59 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
World

Migratory Agreement Annulled Between the United Kingdom and Rwanda: Hearings at The Hague Arbitration Court Have Begun

The hearings concerning the annulment of the UK-Rwanda migration agreement have commenced at The Hague as both nations dispute the legality of the cancellation under international law.

Mar 19 • 04:05 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Can making a video of a TTE lead to a 7-year jail sentence? Know the rules

The article discusses the legality of recording videos of train ticket examiners (TTEs) in India and the related consequences.

Mar 19 • 02:59 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Lebanon denies Israeli claims of using hospitals and ambulances for military purposes

Lebanon's Health Minister denies Israeli allegations regarding the military use of hospitals and ambulances, affirming the legality and humanitarian focus of medical institutions.

Mar 18 • 19:32 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
World

What are cluster bombs, how do they work, and why are they banned, with which Iran attacked a building

Iran's recent attack on a building using cluster bombs has reignited international discussions on the legality and humanitarian implications of these weapons.

Mar 18 • 16:57 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Denmark: Supreme Court rejects a complaint from four NGOs against the sale of arms to Israel

The Danish Supreme Court has dismissed a lawsuit from four NGOs challenging the legality of arms sales to Israel, citing a lack of legal standing.

Mar 18 • 12:36 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Thai Court Accepts Challenge to Legitimacy of Ballots

The Thai Constitutional Court has accepted a petition challenging the legality of ballots used in last month's elections.

Mar 18 • 06:04 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Letters to the Editors: Disrespect, Disorder, Motorcyclists

A series of letters to the editor addresses the recent comments by ATE's Secretary General urging workers to disregard a labor reform law, questioning the legality and implications of such actions.

Mar 18 • 03:05 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Assisted dying remains illegal in Scotland

Assisted dying is still not permitted in Scotland despite ongoing discussions about its legality.

Mar 18 • 00:15 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Breaking: Federal government suffers High Court loss over legality of curfews and ankle bracelets

The Australian Federal Government faced a setback when the High Court ruled against its new regulations for monitoring individuals released from indefinite immigration detention.

Mar 17 • 23:25 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Francisco Egas trusts in the legality of his re-election and awaits ministry review: 'We have followed the proper processes'

Francisco Egas, recently re-elected president of the Ecuadorian Football Federation, expresses confidence in the legality of his candidacy and is set to submit documentation for governmental review.

Mar 17 • 21:45 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Bogusław Chrabota: The Constitutional Tribunal on the Road to Self-Destruction

The article discusses the ongoing controversy surrounding the legality of judges appointed to the Polish Constitutional Tribunal and the necessity of their oath-taking in front of the president.

Mar 17 • 14:02 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Can neo-judges decide in the Supreme Court? Soon a response from the CJEU advocate general

The CJEU will release an opinion regarding the legality of decisions made by improperly appointed neo-judges in a case relevant to them.

Mar 17 • 10:34 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Five years after the Constitutional Court's decision: controversial provisions of the milk law are applied, raising legality questions

The article discusses the ongoing application of provisions from Lithuania's repealed Milk Law, raising concerns about legality and accountability after a Constitutional Court ruling declared the law unconstitutional in 2020.

Mar 17 • 10:28 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

The Supreme Court will consider an appeal from Færder municipality

The Norwegian Supreme Court has agreed to hear an appeal regarding the legality of a construction in the coastal zone by Færder municipality.

Mar 17 • 09:52 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Henriksbø to court: Should not care about Høiby’s 'cocaine fog'

The article discusses ongoing debates regarding the legality and ethical considerations of political party representatives distributing lists outside polling stations in Norway.

Mar 16 • 09:18 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The flood has destroyed Dailidė's little house on the Neris – showed how the demolition work took place

Simonas Dailidė shared a video of the demolition of his riverside cabin, which was swept away by flooding, highlighting the difficulties he faced with local authorities over its legality.

Mar 16 • 08:02 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Miguel Á. Máñez: "Health has reached the limit of legality in negotiating the Framework Statute with the Strike Committee"

Miguel Ángel Máñez comments on the ongoing negotiations and the strike by healthcare professionals in Spain, highlighting the tensions between the government and medical unions.

Mar 16 • 06:41 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Contrary to Consensus in Israel, Lawyers Believe the War Against Iran is Illegal

Israeli lawyers express concern over the legality of the government's war efforts against Iran, despite public consensus and support from legal advisors.

Mar 16 • 04:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

US War Against Iran: Doubts About Ramstein

Concerns are growing within the German coalition about the legality and implications of allowing unrestricted US military operations from Ramstein Air Base in response to the ongoing conflict with Iran.

Mar 15 • 15:05 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

'Law Distortion Crime' Cho Hee-dae - Why was it transferred to the Seoul Police Department's Special Investigations Unit? Legal community says it's difficult to prove intention.

The case involving Chief Justice Cho Hee-dae, charged under the newly implemented 'Law Distortion Crime', has been transferred to the Seoul Police's Special Investigations Unit for review, but the legal community doubts its potential for actual prosecution due to the challenges of proving intent and the legality of retroactive punishment.

Mar 15 • 11:02 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

The toxic air of Tehran questions the proportionality of Israeli strikes

Satellite images and air quality data show that Israeli attacks in Tehran have increased pollution levels, raising concerns about the legality of these actions under international law.

Mar 13 • 21:05 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

British Bases in Cyprus Under International Law

The article discusses the legality of British bases in Cyprus in relation to the ongoing US-Israel war against Iran, highlighting recent developments regarding British post-colonial presence.

Mar 13 • 10:14 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

17 or 18...Suspense over Monalisa's Age, Is Marriage with Farmaan Not Legal?

There is controversy surrounding actress Monalisa's age and the legality of her marriage to boyfriend Farmaan Khan following their interfaith wedding against her family's wishes.

Mar 13 • 06:36 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The Metropolitan Police Department Intercepted Calls with Family and Lawyers, Defendant Claims 'Serious Illegality'

A defendant in a Tokyo trial claims that the police illegally intercepted his communications, including calls with family and lawyers, raising questions about the legality of such surveillance practices.

Mar 13 • 04:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Closure of the Strait of Hormuz through the Lens of International Law

The article discusses the legality of Iran's announced closure of the Strait of Hormuz in light of international law.

Mar 12 • 12:39 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

TSE judges case that could create jurisprudence on the diversion of funds from racial quotas in elections

The Brazilian electoral court is set to make a decision that could impact the legality of diverting public funds from electoral quotas meant for black candidates to white candidates.

Mar 12 • 02:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Children's clothing store sells police-themed garments. Police: we will contact the representative of this online store

An Estonian children's clothing store is selling garments featuring police insignia, prompting the police to announce they will contact the store's representatives regarding the legality of such usage.

Mar 11 • 16:15 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Italy-Albania Protocol, new blitz by judges against the government: 'Doubts about legitimacy'

The Court of Appeal in Rome has expressed concerns regarding the legality of the Italy-Albania protocol concerning the transfer of certain individuals to Albania for protection requests.

Mar 11 • 15:17 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

A minor sibling can take the toddler home if agreed with the kindergarten

The article discusses the legality and arrangements under which minor siblings can pick up younger children from kindergarten in Estonia.

Mar 11 • 14:47 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: MPs Demand Answers Over Election Internet Shutdown

Ugandan MPs are calling for transparency regarding the internet shutdown during the recent general elections, questioning the legality and authorization of the directive.

Mar 11 • 09:17 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

The latest crazy post by Davide Piccardo. Praise for Palestinian resistance and photos of Hamas

Davide Piccardo has publicly praised Hamas on social media, raising questions about the legality of such expressions in Italy under anti-terrorism laws.

Mar 10 • 18:41 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Venice, threats and violence from squatters

In Venice, the president of the Territorial Company for Residential Construction faced threats and violence from squatters amid ongoing debates on housing legality.

Mar 10 • 17:30 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Mowi files a tariff lawsuit against the Trump administration

Norwegian salmon giant Mowi has filed a lawsuit against U.S. customs authorities over the legality of tariffs imposed by the Trump administration.

Mar 10 • 17:19 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Crime & Justice

A94 near Dorfen: Mysterious junk car on the highway parking lot

Police found a suspicious abandoned vehicle on the A94, leading to further investigations into its ownership and legality.

Mar 10 • 15:55 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Seize the Weapons and Revoke His License

A man is challenging the legality of the police's seizure of his firearm license, citing a rise in aggressive police practices against hunters in Iceland.

Mar 10 • 10:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The government confronts the president of the Constitutional Tribunal, Bogdan Święczkowski. New version of the resolution regarding the Constitutional Tribunal

A new resolution is set to challenge the legality of Bogdan Święczkowski's presidency of Poland's Constitutional Tribunal, aiming to appoint an interim successor.

Mar 9 • 21:36 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Yolanda Díaz attacks Von der Leyen over her position on the Iran war and demands that she 'defend international legality': 'The other is barbarism'

Yolanda Díaz criticized European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen for her stance on the Iran war, demanding a defense of international law.

Mar 9 • 12:29 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The Riigikogu Moves Forward with the Creation of a Commission to Investigate Police Leaders' Case

The Riigikogu has decided to establish a commission to investigate the case of police leaders and the legality of actions taken by the Estonian Internal Security Service.

Mar 9 • 11:20 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

With Merz or with Sanchez?

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz critiques the impact of international law on conflicts, suggesting that current global realities prioritize power over legality.

Mar 9 • 05:00 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
World

Weekly editor's selection / No, this is not Israel's war, it is Donald Trump's war

The article discusses the legality and implications of U.S. and Israeli actions against Iran, comparing them to previous military interventions in the Middle East.

Mar 9 • 04:32 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Roberto Saviano returns to TV: 'False neutrality is the worst thing. I choose which side to stand on'

Roberto Saviano is launching a new TV program titled 'La giusta distanza' on La7, beginning March 11, which aims to explore the intersections of crime, legality, power, and memory.

Mar 9 • 04:00 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Lisa Magnusson: Shot Monkeys and Dolphin Shows – How is This Even Legal in Sweden?

Lisa Magnusson questions the legality of how animals are treated in Swedish attractions like Furuvik and Kolmården.

Mar 8 • 17:08 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

International Legality, ‘Realpolitik’ and Political Cunning

The article discusses the Spanish government's position on the Iran conflict amidst a politically charged environment and opposition infighting.

Mar 8 • 04:30 UTC

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