Pinochet-era soldier jailed for killing folk singer Víctor Jara 53 years ago
A retired Chilean colonel has been arrested more than 50 years after being convicted of murdering folk singer Víctor Jara during the Pinochet dictatorship in 1973.
What drove Venezuela’s decision to leave the ICC?
Venezuela formally notified the United Nations of its withdrawal from the International Criminal Court on Friday, citing geographical bias against Global South nations and marking a significant shift in its foreign policy alignment.
Will UNESCO’s heritage listing halt Israeli plans for West Bank’s Sebastia?
UNESCO added Sebastia in the occupied West Bank to its World Heritage list and endangered sites list, with Palestinian officials hoping this will prevent Israeli land confiscation and expansion plans.
Saudi Arabia defends against drone strikes from ‘Iran-backed’ groups
Saudi Arabia reported intercepting drones targeting oil facilities and Riyadh, attributing the attack to Iran-backed groups. Yemen’s Houthi rebels separately claimed responsibility for targeting Saudi oil infrastructure.
Pakistan-administered Kashmir opens polls in violence-wracked vote
Pakistan-administered Kashmir held the first round of local elections amid heavy security and violence that killed dozens in preceding weeks, with protest movements demanding electoral reforms.
UN eyeing potential Israeli war crimes in Lebanon
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Turk accused Israel of large-scale human rights violations in Lebanon that may constitute war crimes, citing ongoing military operations despite an April ceasefire.