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๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Rinkฤ“viฤs proposes to enshrine in law a commitment to invest at least 5% of GDP in defense each year

Latvian President Rinkฤ“viฤs emphasizes the need to legally ensure an annual defense investment of at least 5% of GDP due to ongoing security threats from Russia.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

If Trump wants to smash Mexican cartels, he's got history and law on his side

The article discusses the legal and historical justification for President Trump's potential actions against Mexican drug cartels.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Father of Hong Kong Democracy Activist Sentenced to Imprisonment for Violating National Security Law, Daughter Criticizes as 'Guilt by Association'

The father of a wanted Hong Kong democracy activist was sentenced to eight months in prison for attempting to withdraw funds linked to his daughter's education policy, amid ongoing political repression under the national security law.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Moment of Definitions

The article discusses strategic decisions amid the violent retaliation by the Jalisco New Generation Cartel against Mexican security forces following the death of their leader.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

"Please send me to Pyongyang"โ€ฆ 'Pyongyang citizen' Kim Ryun-hee on trial for 6 years

Kim Ryun-hee, who has been on trial for six years for violating National Security Law, pleads for the right to return to her home in Pyongyang, citing her longing for her family.

Feb 27 โ€ข 08:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Monitoring of PM 'security' led police to Adilsinho

The monitoring of military police officer Diego Lima, who was closely associated with organized criminal Adilson Oliveira Coutinho Filho, known as Adilsinho, resulted in his arrest by police officers on Thursday morning.

Feb 27 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
National & Local

Ben Gvir Demands Head of Investigations Division to Issue 500 Administrative Orders Against Citizens: 'Whatโ€™s the Problem?'

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir has requested the head of the Investigations and Intelligence Division to issue hundreds of administrative orders against criminals, despite legal objections regarding insufficient intelligence.

Feb 26 โ€ข 20:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Ruks proposes to introduce drone buyer registration in Latvia

The chief of the Latvian State Police, Armands Ruks, suggests implementing a registration system for drone buyers to mitigate public and national security risks.

Feb 26 โ€ข 14:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
National & Local

Legal Advisor of the Knesset on the Law Aimed at Preventing the Supreme Court from Removing Ben Gvir: Concern about Personal Legislation and Abuse of Power

The legal advisor of the Knesset expresses concerns over a proposed law that would prevent the Supreme Court from dismissing National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, warning it may lead to personal legislation and abuse of authority.

Feb 26 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

Court Overturns Fraud Conviction of Apple Daily Founder; Continued Detention for National Security Law Violations

A Hong Kong court has overturned the fraud conviction of Apple Daily founder Jimmy Lai, but he remains detained under the National Security Law sentencing.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

NKVC Proposed to Take Over Management of Food Reserve Stocks

The proposed amendments to the State Reserve Law aim to transfer the management of food reserves to NKVC, increasing efficiency and responsiveness during crises.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

In Hong Kong, democracy activist Jimmy Lai's fraud conviction overturned, still serving another sentence

Hong Kong's appeal court has overturned the fraud conviction of media mogul and democracy activist Jimmy Lai, but he remains imprisoned for other charges.

Feb 26 โ€ข 06:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

The Saeima will reconsider the law on replacing judges' retirement pensions with special pensions

The Saeima is set to re-evaluate legislation concerning the pension system for judges, focusing on the transition from retirement pensions to special pensions, with significant implications for judges' financial security and independence.

Feb 26 โ€ข 05:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด VG
National & Local

Hong Kong Court Upholds Jimmy Lai's Appeal โ€“ Overturns Fraud Conviction

A Hong Kong court has upheld an appeal by media mogul Jimmy Lai, overturning his previous conviction for fraud.

Feb 26 โ€ข 03:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
World

US speedboat 'opened fire' on Cuban officials as four dead and more injured

A U.S. speedboat allegedly opened fire on Cuban border officials, resulting in four deaths and several injuries, amid escalating tensions between the U.S. and Cuba.

Feb 26 โ€ข 02:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Active-duty military request intervention from the Constitutional Court to participate in the debate of their social security law

Active-duty military personnel in Ecuador have called on the Constitutional Court to intervene and allow their participation in the discussion regarding a social security law for the Armed Forces.

Feb 25 โ€ข 21:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
World

Cuban Police Confirm Attack on Civilian Vessel from the United States, Four Dead

Cuban border troops killed four crew members of a speedboat from the United States that failed to stop and opened fire during an incident in Cuban territorial waters.

Feb 25 โ€ข 19:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

NSCDC arrests 12 illegal immigrants in Kwara

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has arrested 12 suspected illegal immigrants from Mali in Ilorin, Kwara State.

Feb 25 โ€ข 18:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

The Chief Justice Calls for an Evaluation of the Judges' Pension Law

The Chief Justice of Latvia urges a comprehensive assessment of the judges' pension law to ensure judicial independence and financial security for judges.

Feb 25 โ€ข 15:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Requirements of the MVC in New Jersey: How to Process a Driver's License Without Social Security or ITIN

The article discusses how undocumented migrants in New Jersey can obtain a driver's license despite lacking a Social Security number, under a law that has been in effect for five years.

Feb 25 โ€ข 08:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Sentences of up to 40 years, but no tax for bets; see how the Antifactio PL approved by the Chamber turned out

The Brazilian Chamber of Deputies has approved an updated version of the Antifaction bill, which introduces new penalties for criminal organizations while excluding a proposed tax on betting houses intended to fund public security initiatives.

Feb 25 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Texas strengthens border security with Mexico due to increase in violence after the death of 'El Mencho'

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has announced the deployment of law enforcement agents to the Mexico border in response to rising violence following the death of drug lord Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, known as 'El Mencho.'

Feb 25 โ€ข 02:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

The bluff of the criminal shield, even Tajani admits: 'It doesnโ€™t exist'

The article discusses the recent approval and subsequent amendments to Italy's security decree, particularly focusing on the controversial 'criminal shield' for law enforcement and its implications for citizens.

Feb 24 โ€ข 23:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

In the border area, VSAT officers detained a man from ล iauliai wanted since the summer of 2021

A man from ล iauliai, wanted by authorities since 2021, was captured by border officials in Lithuania after failing to present proper identification in a monitored border zone.

Feb 24 โ€ข 14:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Wprost
National & Local

PiS wants to establish a new service that could arrest even civilians?

The Polish government party PiS proposed creating a new military formation based on the Military Gendarmerie to enhance internal security and police support, raising concerns over potential civilian arrests.

Feb 24 โ€ข 09:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Outrage spread, now the minister responds to the onslaught โ€“ the secret document was a "smoke screen," says a member of the National Coalition Party

Minister Sanni Grahn-Laasonen has responded to opposition demands for additional proposals on alcohol law changes, amid controversy over a secret document.

Feb 24 โ€ข 05:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

WSJ: Trump Considering Additional Tariffs on Batteries and Chemicals Under Trade Law 232

President Donald Trump is reportedly examining the implementation of additional tariffs on various industries, including batteries and chemicals, based on national security grounds.

Feb 24 โ€ข 00:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

โ€œWe Stand with the Officerโ€: The Backfire of Center-Right Leaders Attacking Prosecutors on Rogoredo

Italian center-right leaders face backlash after previous support for law enforcement comes under scrutiny following incidents in Rogoredo.

Feb 24 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Marina del Pilar's government maintains security, mobility, and calm in BC: Operations lead to 25 arrests

The government of Baja California has reported maintaining security with recent operations resulting in the arrest of 25 individuals, following incidents across various municipalities without any reported injuries.

Feb 23 โ€ข 22:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Ukraine's Security Service classifies explosion in Mykolaiv as terrorist attack โ€“ photos

An explosion at a disused petrol station in Mykolaiv has been classified as a terrorist attack by Ukraine's Security Service, injuring several law enforcement officers.

Feb 23 โ€ข 20:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Palestinian Authority: We are ready to take over governance and security in Gaza with Arab and international support

The Palestinian Authority expresses its readiness to take control of governance and security in Gaza, calling for urgent international intervention to support Palestinian self-determination.

Feb 23 โ€ข 15:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
National & Local

Contrary to electoral law, Ben Gvir uses police and prison service for political propaganda

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir is using police and prison service resources for his political campaign, despite warnings from the election committee to cease these activities.

Feb 23 โ€ข 15:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Appeal Dismissed for 12 Democrats: Violation of Hong Kong National Security Law, Preliminary Election is 'Sedition'

A Hong Kong court dismissed the appeals of 12 pro-democracy activists who were convicted under the National Security Law for their involvement in a preliminary election deemed an attempt to subvert the government.

Feb 23 โ€ข 13:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Banks will gain clear rights to stop suspicious transactions

Estonia's Ministry of Finance has proposed a draft law to clarify and expand banks' authority to prevent payment fraud, aiming to reduce financial losses and bolster the security of the financial system.

Feb 23 โ€ข 11:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

12 activists imprisoned in the 'Hong Kong 47' case, Amnesty International criticizes the decision

A Hong Kong appeals court has rejected appeals from 12 activists involved in the politically charged 'Hong Kong 47' case, which relates to a conspiracy charge stemming from a 2020 primary election.

Feb 23 โ€ข 11:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

All we know about 21-year-old shot at Donald Trumpโ€™s Mar-a-Lago residence

A 21-year-old man was shot and killed at Mar-a-Lago after allegedly attempting to breach security while armed with a shotgun.

Feb 23 โ€ข 11:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
World

Convictions of pro-democracy activists upheld in Hong Kong

A Hong Kong court has upheld the convictions of pro-democracy activists involved in a prominent national security law case.

Feb 23 โ€ข 11:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
National & Local

A special committee to promote a law preventing the Supreme Court from disqualifying ministers and aimed at protecting Ben Gvir's tenure approved

The Knesset committee approved the establishment of a special committee to promote a controversial law that would prevent judicial review of ministerial appointments, specifically aimed at safeguarding the tenure of National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir.

Feb 23 โ€ข 09:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
National & Local

Approval of a Special Committee to Promote a Law Preventing the Supreme Court from Disqualifying Ministers and Aimed at Protecting Ben Gvir's Tenure

The Knesset committee approved the establishment of a special committee to advance legislation that restricts the Supreme Court's ability to review ministerial appointments, specifically aimed at protecting National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir from removal.

Feb 23 โ€ข 09:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Rejects appeal for activists in Hong Kong

Eleven pro-democracy activists will not have their case reconsidered in Hong Kong after being sentenced under the national security law.

Feb 23 โ€ข 04:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

The perpetrator who attempted to break into Mar-a-Lago has been identified

A 21-year-old man from North Carolina named Austin Tucker Martin has been identified as the individual who attempted to break into Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort and was subsequently shot and killed by law enforcement.

Feb 22 โ€ข 16:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

Armed man shot and killed after entering perimeter of Trump's residence

An armed man was shot dead by Secret Service agents after attempting to unlawfully enter Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate.

Feb 22 โ€ข 15:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
World

Jimmy Lai is risking everything for democracy. We can't ignore what China is doing

The article discusses the sentencing of Hong Kong dissident Jimmy Lai, emphasizing the stakes for democracy in China amidst his punishment.

Feb 22 โ€ข 13:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

Coalition calls to criminalise help to ISIS-linked Australians seeking return

The Coalition is advocating for a new law to criminalize assistance to Australians with ISIS connections who wish to return home.

Feb 22 โ€ข 11:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
World

US Ambassador: It Would Be Fine if Israel Took Over the Middle East... Middle East in Upheaval

The US Ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, has sparked controversy by suggesting Israel has a right to most of the Middle East, claiming it is in the Bible.

Feb 22 โ€ข 08:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Putin signs law enabling FSB to order individual internet and mobile disconnections, cites security concerns

President Putin has enacted a law allowing the FSB to disconnect individuals from internet and mobile services for security reasons.

Feb 21 โ€ข 04:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Offshore and international assets: Understand what is more reliable when it comes to asset security

The article discusses the rising interest in international asset protection strategies in Brazil, highlighting the concepts of trusts, offshore accounts, and wealth planning amid economic instability.

Feb 20 โ€ข 15:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

The Chairman of the Judicial Council warns that the new pension law may violate three points of the Constitution

The Chairman of the Judicial Council of Latvia has raised concerns that a proposed special pension law for judges and prosecutors may infringe on constitutional rights by affecting their financial security and independence.

Feb 20 โ€ข 13:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

12 policemen detained on suspicion of crimes this year

Twelve officers from the State Police of Latvia have been detained this year on various criminal charges, including one for money laundering.

Feb 20 โ€ข 11:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

The President 'rejects' the law on special pensions for judges and prosecutors

President Edgars Rinkฤ“viฤs has sent back to the Saeima the law on special pensions for judges and prosecutors for a second review, emphasizing the importance of judicial independence tied to financial security guarantees.

Feb 20 โ€ข 07:28 UTC

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