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rule-of-law
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Euronewspolitics11 days ago
Five EU Founders Propose Stronger Safeguards but Also Veto curbs and Extended Transition Limits in Future Accession Treaties
Germany, France, the Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg issued a joint proposal to add safeguard clauses to future EU accession treaties. The plan targets rule-of-law violations and veto power after accession.
theconversation.comworld23 days ago
UN Peacekeeping Operations Highlight Rule of Law and Infrastructure Work
Peacekeeping missions support police, courts, and infrastructure projects in several countries. Activities include training, construction, and radio broadcasts. The annual budget equals about 0.5 percent of global military spending.
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politics38 days ago
Philippine Senate Prevents Arrest of Senator Ronald dela Rosa on ICC Warrant
The Senate of the Philippines blocked the arrest of Senator Ronald dela Rosa on May 13, 2026, after the International Criminal Court issued a warrant for alleged crimes against humanity related to the anti-drug campaign. Dela Rosa, who led the Philippine National Police from 2016…
The Independentpolitics39 days ago
James Comey Calls Trump Mentally Unfit, Questions DOJ Independence
Former FBI Director James Comey said President Trump appears mentally unwell and that the Justice Department has become a tool for political retribution. Comey, who faces a second indictment from the Trump administration, warned that current and former officials should prepare to…
The Timespolitics42 days ago
Péter Magyar Sworn In as Hungary’s Prime Minister
Péter Magyar was sworn in as prime minister on Saturday after his Tisza party won a decisive victory in April elections, ending 16 years of rule by Viktor Orbán. In his first speech, Magyar apologised to those stigmatised under the previous government and pledged to serve rather…
Washington Examinerpolitics48 days ago
Amy Coney Barrett Discusses Public Views of Supreme Court Partisanship at Book Event
Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett spoke at a book tour event, arguing that perceptions of the court as partisan are inaccurate and not supported by data. She criticized media portrayals and shared experiences from her time as a law professor. The event occurred at the Georg…
fortune.compolitics50 days ago
AP Review: Trump Administration Violated Court Orders in 31 Lawsuits
An Associated Press review of court records revealed that U.S. district judges ruled the Trump administration violated orders in at least 31 lawsuits during its first 15 months. The cases span issues including immigration practices, deportations, spending cuts and mass layoffs.