Law

Africa08 Mar 2017 09:07 GMT

UN treaty posts website notice saying that the South African government will no longer pursue ICC withdrawal.

Europe01 Mar 2017 12:05 GMT

Mass murderer Anders Breivik claimed that he had been abused for being placed in near-isolation since he was jailed.

Africa22 Feb 2017 11:10 GMT

South African government wanted to leave the ICC as a result of the court's alleged bias against African nations.

Turkey attempted coup20 Feb 2017 10:43 GMT

Trial of 47 people accused of plotting to kill President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has begun in the southern city of Mugla.

Europe17 Feb 2017 16:14 GMT

Cristina ordered to pay fines and Inaki Urdangarin given six-year sentence for charges including fraud and tax evasion.

Egypt16 Feb 2017 09:46 GMT

The law is part of a wider crackdown on human rights groups, activists say.

Middle East10 Feb 2017 20:46 GMT

Ramallah-based writer stranded abroad after controversial novel banned and an arrest warrant issued.

US & Canada09 Feb 2017 11:58 GMT

Trump's choice, Alabama Senator Jeff Sessions, confirmed after accusations of racism and strong resistance.

Refugees25 Jan 2017 10:54 GMT

French citizens are facing prosecution and even jail time for helping refugees and migrants.

Turkey17 Jan 2017 08:01 GMT

Supporters say the constitutional reform will bring stability, but critics believe it may 'lead to a one-man rule'.

US & Canada12 Jan 2017 13:09 GMT

Penalty is largest ever levied by the US government against a carmaker as Volkswagen admits guilt to three charges.