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US bombing of a wedding in Iran a ‘clear and reckless breach’ of international law: Legal expert

The US strike on a wedding ceremony in southern Iran was a “clear and reckless breach” of international law, says a legal expert, noting that international silence has emboldened the aggressors.

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International law 'part of structures' that uphold US imperialism: Legal scholar

The effectiveness of the Geneva Conventions has been questioned over the years in the context of Western military aggressions and their colonial proxies, says a legal scholar.

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PALESTINE

As world marks 75th anniv. of Geneva Conventions, rogue Israel continues to mock intl. law

The world marked the 75th anniversary of the Geneva Conventions on Monday; just two days after the Israeli regime carried out yet another deadly massacre in the Gaza Strip.

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PALESTINE

Israel ‘creates illusion’ of civilian protection in Gaza: UN rapporteur

Francesca Albanese says Israel’s use of terms from international humanitarian law create the “illusion that its military operations ensure protection of civilians.”

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PALESTINE

Spanish PM says Israel disdains humanitarian law, calls on EU to recognize Palestine

The Spanish prime minister has “serious doubt” Israel is complying with international humanitarian law.

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RUSSIA

Putin slams ‘flagrant violation’ of international humanitarian law by Ukrainian forces

President Putin has slammed the "flagrant violation" of international humanitarian law by Ukrainian force.

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POLITICS

Iran urges UN to hold perpetrators of Yemen massacre to account as toll rises

Iran calls on the UN human rights chief to denounce the Saudi-led airstrikes against Yemen and hold the perpetrators and sponsors to account.

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