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Kosovo remains without a functioning parliament seven months after elections, as Prime Minister Kurti refuses to accept a Serb minority deputy speaker, leading to US suspension of strategic dialogue. The deadlock hampers government formation and ongoing Serbia normalization talks.
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Philippine ex-president Duterte, charged with crimes against humanity over his drug war, is deemed unfit for trial due to cognitive decline. The ICC has postponed proceedings indefinitely as his health deteriorates, raising questions about accountability for alleged human rights abuses.
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Thousands protested in The Hague over immigration policies, clashing with police. Rioters set a police car on fire, attacked political offices, and blocked highways. The unrest comes ahead of the October 29 general election, with far-right leader Wilders condemning the violence.
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On September 23, 2025, the ICC publicly released a redacted charge sheet accusing former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte of crimes against humanity involving 76 murders linked to his anti-drug campaign from 2013 to 2018. Duterte, detained in The Hague since March, faces three counts covering killings during his mayoralty and presidency. A court hearing was postponed pending assessment of his fitness for trial.
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A Hague court is hearing a landmark climate case backed by Greenpeace, where residents of Bonaire, including a farmer, are demanding the Dutch government take stronger action against climate change. The case follows international rulings emphasizing governments' obligations to protect citizens from rising sea levels and heat impacts. Hearings continue today.
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The ICC is maintaining its investigation into Duterte's alleged crimes against humanity, despite a recent disqualification of Prosecutor Karim Khan over perceived bias linked to his prior representation of victims. The case involves charges related to Duterte's anti-drugs campaign, with ongoing legal proceedings and detention in The Hague.
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The Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences was announced in Stockholm, honoring research on why some countries prosper more than others. Last year’s laureates studied the link between open societies and wealth. The prize is awarded alongside other Nobel categories on December 10.
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ICC judges in The Hague have upheld jurisdiction over Duterte's case, allowing the investigation into alleged crimes committed during his presidency to proceed. Duterte's legal team challenged the court's authority, citing his country's withdrawal from the ICC, but the challenge was rejected. Duterte faces charges related to mass killings during his war on drugs.
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The Netherlands' recent election shows a shift away from populist Wilders, with D66 projected to lead and potentially form the next government. Wilders' PVV lost seats, and coalition talks are expected to take months. The outcome signals a possible limit to far-right influence in Europe.
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A Dutch court dismissed a lawsuit by NGOs seeking a ban on arms exports to Israel, citing government discretion and existing measures. The court acknowledged the risk of genocide in Gaza but ruled the Dutch government already does enough to discourage exports, emphasizing the importance of foreign policy decisions.
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The ICC's Pre-Trial Chamber confirmed charges against Joseph Kony, leader of the Lord's Resistance Army, for atrocities committed in Uganda between 2002 and 2005. Kony remains at large, but the ruling advances efforts for his arrest and trial, marking a historic in absentia decision.
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The International Criminal Court (ICC) is under significant pressure as US sanctions target staff, including judges and prosecutors, amid ongoing investigations into US and Israeli officials. The court's independence is reaffirmed, but operational challenges and internal investigations threaten its future. The 24th Assembly of States Parties is ongoing today.
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Khaled Mohamed Ali El Hishri, a Libyan prison official, has been transferred to the ICC in The Hague to face charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity related to detention abuses in Libya from 2015 to 2020. His arrest in Germany followed a sealed warrant issued by the court. This marks the first Libyan suspect set for trial at the ICC, amid ongoing efforts to hold officials accountable for atrocities committed during Libya's civil conflict.