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Judiciary news — August 1, 2026 - Page 4

Publications tagged with Judiciary published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive. Page 4 of 7.

154 publications

  1. WorldLawJudiciaryMiddle East

    Montenegro Parliament Adopts Changes to Laws on Internal Affairs and ANB

    The Parliament of Montenegro has adopted amendments and supplements to the Law on Internal Affairs and the Law on the Agency for National Security (ANB). The changes strengthen judicial control over secret surveillance measures carried out by ANB and change the manner of forming the Commission for Verifying Security Disruptions. Both laws were adopted by 63 deputies, with no votes against or abstentions.
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  4. WorldJudiciaryMiddle EastConflictOrganized Crime

    Russian Airstrike Hits Kherson Educational Institution

    The Russian military carried out an airstrike on an educational institution in Kherson, injuring at least five people, including three women and two men. One person was rescued from the rubble. The building suffered significant damage, and a fire broke out. The shockwave and debris also damaged nearby residential buildings. Russian drones attempted to attack rescuers during the aftermath.
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  7. PoliticsJudiciaryPeace

    Supreme Court Reopens Ethics Probe of Trudeau's We Charity Deal

    The Supreme Court of Canada has unanimously decided to reopen an ethics probe into Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's 2020 grant of $43.5 million to WE Charity. The probe was initially closed by the federal ethics watchdog, but the court ruled that the commissioner's decision was incorrect. The case involves payments totaling $481,751 made by a contractor to Trudeau's family as gifts and prizes.
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  8. PoliticsJudiciaryPeaceMiddle East

    Gaza Management Committee to Implement Roadmap

    The National Committee for Gaza Management, led by Nikolay Mladenov, will soon begin assuming authority in Gaza. The committee's focus is on implementing a roadmap that includes accelerating the rule of law, improving humanitarian conditions, and conducting a comprehensive audit of financial and administrative affairs. The agreement aims to achieve tangible gains for Gaza's residents while strengthening Israel's security. Challenges include funding and Israeli control.
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  9. PoliticsJudiciaryAsia

    Lawyer Defending Elon Musk's Lawsuit Caught Kissing Colleague in Park

    An American lawyer involved in Elon Musk's lawsuit against OpenAI and Sam Altman was caught kissing a colleague in Central Park, New York. The video, recorded by a local blogger, showed Nathaniel Callerton, 45, and Kelsey Borenstweig, 29, both lawyers from Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz law firm. Callerton was later revealed to be married. Following the incident, he was put on leave pending an internal investigation and his planned move to Gibson Dunn was cancelled.
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  12. WorldJudiciaryRegulatorsThink TanksMiddle East

    Mexico's Government Presents Guidelines for Audience Rights Protection

    The Federal Executive's legal advisor, Luisa María Alcalde, presented the General Guidelines for the Protection of Audience Rights, issued by the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (CRT). The guidelines apply to radio and television concessionaires, requiring them to have an Ethics Code, designate audience defenders, and establish complaint mechanisms. Key audience rights include receiving accurate information, distinguishing news from opinion and advertising, ensuring the right to reply, and providing accessibility services for people with disabilities.
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  15. PoliticsJudiciaryIndictmentMiddle East

    LSK Defends Judges' Boycott, Court Declines Suspension

    The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has maintained its boycott of selected judges and judicial officers, stating that the action will continue until the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) addresses their concerns. LSK President Charles Kanjama acknowledged potential impacts on litigants' rights but emphasized the long-term interests of all parties involved. The court declined to issue conservatory orders suspending the boycott pending a meeting between the JSC and lawyers.
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  20. PoliticsJudiciaryRegulatorsLocal Gov

    Preservationists Seek Court Order to Block Trump's Painting of Historic Eisenhower Building

    Preservationists have filed a motion asking a federal judge to halt the Trump administration's plans to paint the historic Eisenhower Executive Office Building. The lawsuit argues that the White House improperly assumed control of the project from the General Services Administration, which oversees the building. The plaintiffs, including Cultural Heritage Partners and the DC Preservation League, contend that the White House should follow established procedures to protect historic places and ensure public input. The administration plans to test paint on the building starting Monday unless the court intervenes.
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