Former Assad official sentenced to 60 years in US for torture Samir Ousman Alsheikh was convicted by a jury in March of three counts of torture, one count of conspiracy to commit torture, visa fraud and attempted naturalization fraud. Syria
Turkey's Erdogan to run for 'final' third term in 2028, adviser says If Turkey's parliament votes to move the next election up during President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s second term, he could constitutionally run for third. Turkey
After gun found in lake, French police probe link to 2012 Iraqi family murder A recently discovered Luger pistol may have been used in the mysterious 2012 killing of the al-Hilli family near the Alpine town of Chevaline in eastern France. Iraq
Top European court says Kavala case exposes erosion of judicial independence in Turkey Europe's top human rights court has renewed its call for Turkey to immediately release jailed philanthropist Osman Kavala, saying his imprisonment reflects a broader “systemic problem” over independence and impartiality of the judiciary. Turkey
US, EU slap sanctions on Israeli Jewish supremacist, extremist settler groups The European Union and the United States have published new lists of radical Israeli individuals and groups to be sanctioned. Israel
Turkey’s pro-Kurdish party slams annulment of election victory in southeast The move, which sparked violent protest in the southeastern province of Van, is widely seen as a fresh crackdown on the country's pro-Kurdish party by Turkish authorities. Turkey
Switzerland reports violation by Lebanon’s Audi bank in Riad Salameh probe The action by FINMA concerns connections around disgraced former Lebanese Central Bank governor Riad Salameh. Lebanon
Turkey hands Meta $148K daily fine over antitrust violation Turkey’s competition watchdog also imposed an interim measure to suspend data-sharing between Instagram and Threads. Turkey
Uproar in Turkey as mother, son flee to US after fatal hit-and-run Turkey seeks the pair’s extradition from the United States amid public fury. Turkey
ICJ starts hearing arguments on Israeli occupation of Palestinian territories Israel has decided not to participate at the hearing, arguing the court has no authority on an issue to be discussed diplomatically between the sides. Israel
Analysis Netanyahu seeks to delay fraud trial ahead of potentially damaging testimony The Israeli prime minister's chances of avoiding conviction on all the charges against him appear to be nil, but he still has options. By Ben Caspit In Tel Aviv, reporting on national security, Israeli politics, defense
Netherlands court orders halt to transfers of F-35 parts to Israel A Dutch appeals court ordered the government to block the transfer of jet parts to Israel over concerns the deliveries contribute to violations of international law in Gaza. Israel
Analysis What is the significance of ICJ ruling on Israel’s war in Gaza? The ruling by the UN’s top court could push Israel to alter its military actions in Gaza, while the US’ response to the case may hurt its international standing. By Adam Lucente In New York City, reporting on regional news, militancy, climate change
Arab world, Iran, Turkey welcome ICJ ruling in Israel's genocide case The region welcomed the ICJ’s ruling demanding Israel act to prevent acts of genocide against Gazans. Palestine
ICJ rules Israel must 'take all measures' to prevent genocide, stops short of ordering Gaza cease-fire South Africa had filed a case with the court earlier this month arguing that Israel’s military operation in Gaza amounted to a state-led genocide. Palestine
Mexico, Chile call on ICC to investigate Israel over Gaza war As the International Court of Justice investigates South Africa's complaint, Mexico and Chile are also calling on the International Criminal Court to investigate crimes against Palestinians. Israel
