Judiciary news — August 28, 2026

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1. PoliticsJudiciaryConstitutionMiddle East

   Aug 28, 2026, 21:36 UTC

   

   Lenín Moreno Found Guilty of Bribery in Sinohydro Case

   Former Ecuadorian President Lenín Moreno was found guilty of bribery by the National Court of Justice in the Sinohydro case. The verdict, announced on August 28, 2026, concluded that Moreno used his public office to favor the Chinese company Sinohydro in obtaining financing for the Coca Codo Sinclair hydroelectric project, leading to illegal diversions of commissions benefiting his family. The court found evidence of Moreno's involvement, including an interview where he admitted intervening with the Executive after a request from a friend linked to Sinohydro. Moreno's wife Rocío González was also found guilty as an accomplice.

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2. WorldBillJudiciaryRegulatorsMiddle East

   Aug 28, 2026, 13:17 UTC

   

   Israeli Colonel Defends Strike on World Central Kitchen Aid Workers

   Colonel Nochi Mendel, who ordered an Israeli drone strike that killed seven World Central Kitchen aid workers in Gaza, has said he is 'not sorry' for the attack. The strike occurred on April 1, 2024, killing workers from Palestine, Britain, Australia, Canada, and Poland. Mendel, who was removed from his post following the incident, blamed the aid organization for the deaths, claiming it had ties to Hamas, an allegation WCK rejected as 'false and outrageous'. The Israeli military initially called the attack a mistake but later cleared Mendel of criminal wrongdoing.

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3. WorldBillJudiciaryMiddle East

   Aug 28, 2026, 07:20 UTC

   

   Kazakhstan's New Kurultai: Composition, Parties, and Mandates

   Kazakhstan's new unicameral parliament, the Kurultai, has been established with 145 deputies. The 'Adilet' party received the majority of mandates (110), followed by 'Aul' (10), Respublica (9), OSDP, and 'Ak Zhol' (both 8). The deputies, representing various professional fields, were registered and issued certificates by the Central Election Commission. President Tokaev emphasized the historical significance of the Kurultai's name and urged deputies to serve the nation's interests.

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4. WorldJudiciaryCivil RightsConstitutionMiddle East

   Aug 28, 2026, 05:43 UTC

   Tajikistan Celebrates 35th Independence Anniversary

   The Republic of Tajikistan marked its 35th Independence Anniversary with various political and educational events. These included meetings of Majlisi Namoyandagon deputies with employees of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, soldiers, officers, and activists across different districts. The celebrations highlighted achievements in statehood, national economy, and social development, emphasizing the importance of unity, peace, and stability.

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5. WorldJudiciaryMiddle EastChina

   Aug 28, 2026, 05:00 UTC

   Vatican's Gallagher Meets with Russian Officials, Discusses International Issues

   Paul Gallagher, the head of the Vatican's diplomatic service, met with Yuri Ushakov, an assistant to the President of Russia, to discuss 'current international issues'. Gallagher previously held talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, where he acknowledged concerns about religious rights in Ukraine and expressed willingness to send a 'corresponding signal' to Kiev.

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