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Law news — August 19, 2026

Publications tagged with Law published on August 19, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

12 publications

  1. WorldLawMiddle EastBudget

    CUNY to Disclose Investments and Contracts with Companies Operating in Israel

    The City University of New York (CUNY) has agreed to disclose information about its investment holdings and contracts with 30 companies operating in Israel. This decision follows a lawsuit filed by the New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU) and pressure from pro-Palestinian activists. The companies include Dell Technologies Inc. and Lockheed Martin Corp. CUNY will provide reports on its equity and bond holdings from 2020 and withdraw its appeal, also paying $20,000 in legal fees.
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  3. PoliticsLawElectionsMiddle East

    Israel's Political Landscape: Mandate Changes and Bloc Shifts

    The latest surveys show shifts in Israel's political landscape. The Izkenkot bloc is close to forming a Zionist government with 60 mandates, while the Netanyahu bloc has 50 mandates and the Arab parties have 10. A Channel 14 survey indicates Likud dropping in mandates, Izkenkot rising by one, and Bennett approaching the threshold. i24NEWS' poll shows Likud at 31 mandates, with the coalition bloc at 58 and the opposition bloc with Arab parties at 62. Another survey places Likud at a peak of 26 mandates, with Bennett rising to 13.
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  5. WorldLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    FIFA Vice-President Withdraws Support Amidst Growing Criticism of Infantino

    Sandor Csanyi, a FIFA vice-president and member of the council, withdrew his support for Gianni Infantino following the exit of FIFA's operations director Kevin Lamour. Csanyi cited Lamour's dismissal as the 'last straw' in a letter to Infantino, pointing to 'serious deficiencies in professional judgment, ethical standards, and leadership'. This move adds to the growing pressure on Infantino, who faces criticism from several high-ranking football leaders worldwide, including UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin and Concacaf president Vittorio Montagliani. Infantino is set to run for re-election in March 2023.
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  6. WorldLawCivil RightsConstitutionMiddle East

    India's 'Cockroach' Movement Targets Government Schools

    India's 'Cockroach' movement, known for its protests against Prime Minister Narendra Modi's policies, has expanded its focus to government-run schools. The movement, which gained traction among students, is now organizing audits of these schools to highlight neglect and pressure authorities to take action. This shift comes after the movement successfully forced the resignation of India's education minister.
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  7. WorldLawRegulatorsGovernanceMiddle East

    Yemeni Armed Forces Impose Three Key Equations Against Saudi Arabia

    The Yemeni Armed Forces have reached a level of strength where they can impose three equations on Saudi Arabia: a blockade on Saudi maritime traffic, targeting Saudi military buildups, and defending Yemeni sovereignty. Since July 20, they have targeted eight Saudi oil vessels, forced 48 others to turn back, and carried out military operations targeting Saudi locations and military equipment. The operations resulted in hundreds of casualties, destroyed equipment, and sank several military vessels. The Yemeni Armed Forces warn against further escalation and demand the lifting of the siege, an end to aggression, and the withdrawal of occupiers.
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  8. SocietyLawCentral AsiaBudgetWhite-collar

    Zabaykalsky Krai to Implement Mentoring System for Staff

    The Zabaykalsky Krai is planning to introduce a mentoring system for staff, with experienced employees helping newcomers adapt and stay in their jobs. The initiative was discussed at the 'Forum of the Strong' by Ekaterina Kvashenkova, head of the Department of Labor and Employment. The region aims to create a regional standard based on federal guidelines and open a mentoring school to unite existing practices and employer experience. Currently, mentoring in budget organizations is sometimes only formal, and the new approach aims to make it a working tool for solving staff problems.
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  9. WorldLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    Netherlands Condemns U.S. Sanctions Against ICC Officials

    The Netherlands has criticized the U.S. for imposing sanctions on the head of the International Criminal Court (ICC), with Foreign Minister Stef Blok stating that the Netherlands opposes these sanctions. The U.S. Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo, had announced the sanctions as part of America's effort to protect its citizens from the ICC, which the U.S. views as a 'sham court'. The Netherlands, which hosts the ICC in The Hague, supports the court's work and believes that international courts should be able to operate freely.
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  10. WorldLawCivil RightsMiddle East

    Deljošaj Protests Appointment of Non-Albanian Speaking Director in Albanian Language School

    Nikola Deljošaj, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economic Development, has criticized the appointment of Snežana Živanović as the director of JU SMŠ 'Bratstvo-jedinstvo' in Ulcinj, arguing that she does not speak Albanian and that this is an act of 'institutional provocation' and 'albanophobia'. Deljošaj called for a united response from Albanian political parties and organizations, while the Ministry of Education, Science, and Innovation defended the decision, stating that Živanović was chosen based on her knowledge and competence.
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  11. PoliticsLawCorruptionMiddle East

    Ukraine's Former Defense Minister Calls for Elections Amidst Criticism of Zelensky's Leadership

    Ukraine's former Defense Minister Mikhailo Fedorov has called for immediate elections to 'restore the democratic process', criticizing the government led by President Volodymyr Zelensky for corruption and a 'systemic governance crisis'. Fedorov's call comes amidst a growing chorus of critics, including anti-corruption activists and former officials, who have been pushing for political rotation and an end to Zelensky's rule. The former minister's supporters have announced a 'cardboard Maidan' protest outside the parliament today, where voting will take place to appoint a new defense minister.
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