Federal authorities have arrested Mahmoud Amin al Muhtadi, an alleged Hamas conspirator linked to the October 7 attacks in Israel. According to the FBI, Muhtadi entered the U.S. on a visa from Egypt in 2024 and settled in Oklahoma, where he allegedly continued coordinating with militant groups. Photos and audio recordings included in the criminal complaint show Muhtadi holding military-grade weapons and discussing tactical plans. The case has reignited debates over immigratio

The federal government shutdown has now stretched into its 22nd day, making it the second-longest in U.S. history. Over 750,000 federal workers remain furloughed, and essential services like food aid programs are nearing depletion. President Donald Trump has refused to meet with Democratic leaders until a resolution is passed. Senate efforts to end the impasse have repeatedly failed, with the latest vote falling short of the required 60 votes. Democratic Senator Jeff Merkley

The ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, brokered by the United States in early October 2025, remains technically in effect—but only just. While the deal marked a major diplomatic breakthrough after two years of devastating conflict, recent events have exposed deep fractures in its implementation. Sporadic violence, unreturned hostages, and accusations of ceasefire violations have cast doubt on the truce’s durability. President Donald Trump confirmed on October 19 th

In a landmark decision in C‑59/24 Kingdom of the Netherlands v. European Gaming and Betting Association , the European Court of Justice ruled that the Dutch government violated EU State Aid Rules  by extending gambling licenses without conducting a competitive review. The case, brought by the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA), challenged the Netherlands’ practice of renewing long-standing gambling licenses without opening the process to new applicants. The Court

In Sudan v. United Arab Emirates , filed at the ICJ, Sudan accuses the UAE of violating the Genocide Convention  by funding paramilitary groups responsible for atrocities in Darfur. The case is in preliminary hearings, with evidence submitted by Sudanese legal teams   International Court of Justice . ICJ Rejects Sudan’s Genocide Case Against UAE Over Jurisdiction Limits The International Court of Justice has dismissed Sudan’s case against the United Arab Emirates, ruling that

In a landmark labor case, the ICJ is reviewing whether the Freedom of Association and Protection of the Right to Organise Convention (1948)  includes the right to strike. The outcome could redefine global labor protections amid rising union crackdowns   UN News .

The International Court of Justice issued an advisory opinion requiring Israel to allow UN aid into Gaza, citing obligations under the Fourth Geneva Convention  and Customary International Humanitarian Law . Israel rejected the ruling, but UN agencies are pressing for compliance   Al-Monitor .

The ICC resumed hearings in The Prosecutor v. Ali Kushayb (Abd-Al-Rahman) , charging the Sudanese militia leader with war crimes  and crimes against humanity  committed in Darfur between 2003–2004. Witness testimony is underway in Courtroom I   International Criminal Court .

Karim Khan was removed from The Prosecutor v. Rodrigo Duterte  due to a conflict of interest under Article 42(7) of the Rome Statute , stemming from his prior advocacy against Duterte’s drug war. The case continues under Deputy Prosecutor Mame Niang, focusing on alleged crimes against humanity   Rappler   BusinessMirror   Philstar.com | MSN .

In C-218/24 Iberia Líneas Aéreas , the Court held that pets are not excluded from compensation under Regulation (EC) No 261/2004 , affirming that emotional support animals qualify for damage claims when mishandled during air travel   THE COURT OF JUSTICE .

In Aucrinde v. France , the ECJ ruled that post-mortem genetic sampling to prove paternity violates the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights , specifically the right to privacy and bodily integrity. The decision reinforces protections against involuntary evidence collection   Chamber of Advocates Malta .

In Mahmoud v. Taylor , the Court will decide whether prison officials violated the First Amendment  and Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act (RLUIPA)  by forcibly shaving a Rastafarian inmate. The case could redefine religious accommodations in correctional facilities   USA TODAY | MSN .