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Law news — September 30, 2026

Publications tagged with Law published on September 30, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

13 publications

  1. WorldLawRegulatorsConstitutionMiddle East

    Argentina Threatens UK with Arbitration Over Oil Exploitation in Falklands

    Argentina's President Javier Milei has ordered the UK to halt oil exploitation in the Falkland Islands within two weeks, warning that failure to comply will result in Argentina initiating international arbitration under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea. The move comes amid Argentina's ongoing sovereignty claim over the islands. Milei's administration has also warned that it will impose sanctions and take legal action against companies involved in the 'illegitimate' exploitation of resources.
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  2. WorldLawElectionsThink TanksMiddle East

    Morocco Appoints First Female Prime Minister

    King Mohammed VI of Morocco has appointed Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri as the country's first female prime minister. El Mansouri, a lawyer and politician, led the Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM) to victory in the September 23 parliamentary elections. She previously served as the mayor of Marrakech and Minister of Territorial Planning, Housing, and Urban Policy. El Mansouri's appointment is seen as a historic moment for Morocco and a significant step towards gender equality in politics.
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  3. WorldLawJudiciaryNorth America

    U.S. Completes Troop Withdrawal from Iraq After Two Decades

    The U.S. military has fully withdrawn from Iraq, ending a 20-year presence that began with the 2003 invasion. The withdrawal, agreed upon in 2024 under the Biden administration and carried out by the Trump administration, comes after the defeat of the Islamic State and the killing of Iranian General Soleimani. Iran and its allies celebrate the withdrawal as a victory, while Iraqi security officials warn that the move is premature. The withdrawal leaves behind a security vacuum that could be filled by extremist groups.
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  6. SocietyLawFraudJustice

    Riley Gaines' Lawsuit Against NCAA Dismissed, Appeal Planned

    A Biden-appointed judge dismissed Riley Gaines' lawsuit against the NCAA, alleging violations of Title IX rights by permitting biological males to compete in women's events and use women's locker rooms. The judge ruled that the NCAA was not a recipient of federal financial assistance, making it not subject to Title IX. Gaines and the Independent Council on Women's Sports plan to appeal the decision.
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  7. WorldLawRegulatorsMiddle East

    Goservices Account Confirmation Now Available in Mobile Operator Salons

    The Russian government has signed a decree allowing users to confirm their accounts on the Unified Portal of State and Municipal Services (Goservices) in mobile operator salons. Previously, this could only be done in banks, multi-functional centers (MFCs), and other state agencies. The confirmation process enables full access to Goservices, including online document processing and application submission.
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  8. PoliticsBillLawAppointmentsMiddle East

    46 Special Operation Veterans Elected to Russian Parliament

    For the first time, 46 veterans of the special operation in Ukraine were elected to the State Duma, Russia's lower house of parliament. A total of 655 military personnel from the special military operation were elected at various levels, with 665 elected with the United Russia party. The integration of these veterans into civilian life is considered a significant task.
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  10. PoliticsLawPeaceCentral Asia

    Congress Demands CEC's Removal, Pre-SIR Electoral Roll, and Ballot Voting

    Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge, at an INDIA bloc meeting, criticized the Election Commission's functioning, demanding the removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. He called for using the pre-Special Intensive Revision (SIR) electoral roll for future elections and voting through ballots instead of EVMs. Kharge also sought complete transparency in electoral-roll revisions and protection for eligible voters from exclusion.
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  11. SocietyLawPeaceAsia

    Julius Malema Granted Leave to Appeal Firearm Conviction

    The Eastern Cape High Court in Makhanda has granted Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema leave to appeal his conviction and sentence in a case involving the unlawful possession and discharge of a firearm during an EFF rally in Mdantsane in 2018. Malema was convicted on five charges and sentenced to five years' imprisonment. He was granted leave to appeal both the conviction and sentence.
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  13. PoliticsLawElectionsMiddle East

    Sweden's Andersson Unable to Form Government After Election

    Magdalena Andersson, leader of Sweden's Social Democrats and winner of the parliamentary election, has been unable to form a government due to disagreements among potential coalition partners. The Left Party's support for a Moderate Party candidate for speaker, instead of a Social Democrat, was a key factor in Andersson's failure to secure a majority. With no clear path to a majority government, Sweden may face new elections or a caretaker government led by outgoing Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson.
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