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International Criminal Court Gears Up for Duterte Trial as Advocacy Group Releases Vietnam Report
The International Criminal Court is recruiting translators for the upcoming Duterte trial, while the advocacy group International Christian Concern highlights religious persecution in Vietnam, creating a notable acronym overlap in global headlines.
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ICC Navigates Divergent Paths: From Commercial Arbitration Reform to Global Legal Friction
The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) has introduced new expedited arbitration rules as the International Criminal Court faces heightened geopolitical scrutiny and calls for accountability in Afghanistan.
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Justice in Flux: ICC Clarifies Warrant Status as Local Law Enforcement Secures Major Arrests
The International Criminal Court addresses reports of secret warrants for Israeli officials while local police departments in Keizer and Asheville conclude high-stakes criminal investigations.
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Crisis of Sovereignty: Gunfire in the Philippine Senate Amid ICC Arrest Warrant for Senator Dela Rosa
A violent confrontation at the Philippine Senate marks a new escalation in the legal battle between the International Criminal Court and the Duterte political bloc.
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Sunil Gavaskar Urges Sourav Ganguly to Rebalance T20 Cricket
Legendary batter Sunil Gavaskar has formally appealed to ICC Cricket Committee Chair Sourav Ganguly to address the systematic bias against bowlers in T20 cricket following a high-scoring 2026 IPL season.
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Armenia and ICC Deepen Ties Amid Regional Justice Shifts
Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan met with ICC President Tomoko Akane in Yerevan to discuss deepening institutional cooperation following Armenia’s accession.
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Myanmar Junta Chief Secures Presidency in Parliamentary Vote
Senior General Min Aung Hlaing has been voted president by a pro-military parliament, formalizing his transition from coup leader to civilian head of state.
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Pakistan Confirms T20 World Cup 2026 Participation with Sri Lanka Fixtures
Pakistan is set to participate in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, with all its matches scheduled in Sri Lanka, resolving earlier boycott speculations. The tournament is projected to commence on February 7.
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ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 Warm-Ups Intensify, Scheduling Under Scrutiny
Cricket nations are deep into their final preparations for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, with a series of crucial warm-up matches underway across India, Sri Lanka, and Pakistan. These fixtures are vital for team combinations and player assessments,…
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UN Special Rapporteur Urges US to Reverse ‘Chilling’ ICC Sanctions
A UN Special Rapporteur has called on the United States to immediately lift sanctions imposed on International Criminal Court judges and prosecutors, warning they undermine global justice and judicial independence.
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India U-19 Secures Thrilling Victory Over Bangladesh in ICC U19 Cricket World Cup 2026
India’s U-19 cricket team clinched a nail-biting, disciplined victory against arch-rivals Bangladesh in the ICC U19 Cricket World Cup 2026, marking a significant moment in their campaign. The match, described as a ‘thriller’, showcased the immense pressure and talent within…
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UN Condemns Violence at Gaza Aid Sites Amid Mounting Death Toll
The United Nations and international organizations have raised alarm over the escalating violence at aid distribution sites in Gaza, calling it a humanitarian crisis. Over 1,000 Palestinians have been killed at these sites since May 2025.
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Hungary Withdraws from ICC Amid Netanyahu Visit
Hungary becomes the first EU nation to withdraw from the ICC, coinciding with Israeli PM Netanyahu’s state visit.
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Ocampo: They cannot obstruct the ICC investigation into crimes committed against Armenians after May 2021
Former International Criminal Court (ICC) Prosecutor Luis Moreno Ocampo, in a video message posted on X, stated that Armenia cannot obstruct the investigation into crimes committed against Armenians after May 2021. Ocampo emphasized that while Armenia has the right to…
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Minister of FA to Attend ICC Assembly of States Parties in The Hague
On December 2, Armenia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs will travel to the Kingdom of the Netherlands to participate in the 23rd Assembly of States Parties to the International Criminal Court (ICC). Armenia’s accession to the ICC in February marked a…
