Judiciary news — September 24, 2026

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1. WorldPolicyJudiciaryMiddle East

   Sep 24, 2026, 22:23 UTC

   

   Xi Jinping Urges US-China Cooperation to Avoid Conflict, Manage AI

   Chinese President Xi Jinping, during his state visit to the US, emphasized the importance of cooperation between the US and China to avoid conflict and manage the development of artificial intelligence (AI). He warned against the 'Thucydides trap,' a theory suggesting that a rising power like China may clash with an established power like the US. Xi called for a healthy competition in AI, ensuring it remains under human control and serves the well-being of people. He also expressed willingness to work with the US on counter-narcotics and increasing direct flights between the two countries.

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2. PoliticsJudiciaryMiddle EastIsrael

   Sep 24, 2026, 20:50 UTC

   

   UN Assembly Hall Empties as Netanyahu Speaks, Calls Critics 'Moral Cowards'

   Benjamin Netanyahu, Israel's Prime Minister, sparked controversy at the UN General Assembly when he began his speech by telling delegates who had not already left the hall to do so, labeling them 'moral cowards'. The move came after several countries withdrew their delegations before his speech.

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3. PoliticsJudiciaryProtestMiddle East

   Sep 24, 2026, 20:22 UTC

   Netanyahu Denies Genocide Accusations Against Israel at UNGA

   Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu rejected allegations of genocide against Israel at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). He stated that Israel 'did not commit genocide, Israel prevented genocide,' and accused accusers of spreading 'the biggest lie of the century.' Netanyahu also addressed other topics including the Golan Heights, Iran, and the conflict with Hamas.

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4. TechJudiciaryIndictment

   Sep 24, 2026, 04:19 UTC

   

   Leonen to Serve as Acting Chief Justice After Gesmundo's Retirement

   Senior Associate Justice Marvic M.V.F. Leonen will serve as acting chief justice of the Supreme Court, effective November 6, 2026, following the retirement of Chief Justice Alexander Gesmundo. This is pursuant to the Judiciary Act of 1948, which states that the most senior associate justice assumes the duties of the chief justice until a successor is appointed. The 90-day period to fill the vacancy begins once Gesmundo retires. The President will select the new chief justice from a list of nominees prepared by the Judicial and Bar Council (JBC).

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5. PoliticsJudiciary

   Sep 24, 2026, 01:52 UTC

   

   AYM President Kadir Özkaya Urges Justice in Rulings

   AYM President Kadir Özkaya addressed judges and prosecutors, emphasizing the importance of fairness and justice in their rulings. He stated, 'When ruling among people, we must rule with justice.'

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6. CultureJudiciaryMiddle EastHardware

   Sep 24, 2026, 00:24 UTC

   

   Mbappe Discusses Olise's Real Madrid Links, Praises Bayern's Opportunities

   Kylian Mbappe spoke about his France teammate Michael Olise's links with Real Madrid, stating that it would be 'disrespectful' to advise him to leave Bayern Munich. Mbappe praised Olise's talents and acknowledged that any club would love to have him, but emphasized the opportunities available to Olise at Bayern. Mbappe also discussed his own career and the possibility of playing until he's 41, comparing it to Cristiano Ronaldo's longevity.

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