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Austrian court convicts 2 former Syrian officials of torture

A Vienna court has convicted two former Syrian security officials, including the former intelligence chief in Raqqa, for offenses including torture and sexual assault against opponents of Bashar Assad's regime.

DW News 3 months ago

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Austrian court convicts 2 former Syrian officials of abuse

A Vienna court has convicted two former Syrian security officials, including the former intelligence chief in Raqqa, for offenses including torture and sexual assault against opponents of Bashar Assad's regime.

DW News 3 months ago

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France at 'turning point' on how to prevent and deal with sexual violence

In a new twist in a femicide case that has gripped France for years, Cédric Jubillar has admitted to the murder of his wife and has told authorities he would help them find her body. Delphine Jubillar had disappeared in late December 2020 as she was...

France 24 3 months ago

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Affaire des assistants parlementaires européens du FN : les différents scénarios judiciaires pour Marine Le Pen après la décision en appel

Mardi 7 juillet, la cour d’appel de Paris rendra sa décision dans le dossier des assistants parlementaires européens du Front national (FN). Relaxe, prison ferme, bracelet électronique, inéligibilité… « Le Monde » fait le point sur les suites...

Le Monde 3 months ago

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In pictures: Marine Le Pen’s political rise and frustrated presidential ambitions

French far-right figurehead Marine Le Pen could see her 40-year political career come to an end on Tuesday if French courts rule that she is guilty of embezzling public funds and ineligible to stand for the presidency in 2027. FRANCE 24 takes a look...

France 24 3 months ago

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US team’s Folarin Balogun free to play after Trump lobbies FIFA to remove ban

PRESS REVIEW – Monday, 6 July 2026: First, the French papers ready themselves for an upcoming verdict in far-right presidential candidate Marine Le Pen's embezzlement case. Next, the New York Times features a long read on the battle for the...

France 24 3 months ago

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Marine Le Pen faces key appeal ruling over 2027 presidential bid

France's far-right chief Marine Le Pen faces a key ruling next week that will determine if she can run in the 2027 presidential elections, in what is seen as her best chance at the top job. A lower court handed the 57-year-old politician a five-year...

France 24 3 months ago

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Paris appeals court ruling could upend Marine Le Pen’s 2027 presidential bid

Paris' appeals court is set to rule Tuesday in Marine Le Pen’s embezzlement case, a decision that could determine whether one of France’s leading presidential contenders can run in next year’s election.

France 24 3 months ago

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Iran: Pressure on persecuted Baha'i community intensifies

Arrests, torture, mock executions: War has seen the Iranian regime crack down on dissidents of all kinds. Members of the country's Baha'i faith have long been persecuted, but their situation is now worsening.

DW News 3 months ago

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Marine Le Pen appeal verdict: Will the far-right leader be barred from the French presidency?

Far-right leader Marine Le Pen’s political fate will be decided on Tuesday when a Paris appeals court rules on whether she is eligible to run in the 2027 presidential elections, a verdict with major implications for France's future. Le Pen is...

France 24 3 months ago

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Pastor freed from prison in China weeks after Trump requested his release

A pastor of a prominent underground church who was detained in China in October has been released, less than two months after U.S. President Donald Trump brought up his case when meeting Chinese leader Xi Jinping.

NPR News 3 months ago

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Thousands of protesters march throughout France to demand new law against sexual violence

The rape and murder of 11-year-old Lyhanna in France has become a catalyst for demands to combat sexual violence against children with a "comprehensive framework law" that covers prevention and judicial treatment as well as support for victims.

Euronews 3 months ago

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Au Mali, des attaques menées par des djihadistes et leurs alliés dans plusieurs localités et contre une prison

Ces événements surviennent plus de deux mois après des attaques d’ampleur menées par le Groupe de soutien de l’islam et des musulmans (GSIM). Celles-ci avaient considérablement affaibli la junte au pouvoir à Bamako et tué le ministre de la défense.

Le Monde 3 months ago

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Maltese tycoon faces trial over Caruana Galizia murder

The Maltese businessman accused of masterminding journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia’s 2017 murder is in court — seven years after his arrest. Five other men have already been found guilty for their roles in the murder.

DW News 3 months ago

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Jon Prosser responds to Apple lawsuit by blaming the other guy

YouTuber Jon Prosser has finally filed a formal response to Apple's lawsuit made against him and another defendant over allegedly stealing iOS secrets. In his response, Prosser denied that he "planned or participated in any conspiracy or coordinated...

The Verge 3 months ago

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Turkish comedian arrested for 'insulting' Islam and Erdogan

Turkish comedian Deniz Göktaş was arrested at Istanbul Airport on Thursday following a stand-up show posted to YouTube. The 32-year-old faces multiple probes, including "publicly insulting religious values" and insulting President Recep Tayyip...

Euronews 3 months ago

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Tesla driver faces manslaughter charges over Texas crash that killed a woman inside her home

The man whose Tesla struck and killed a woman inside her Texas home last month is now facing manslaughter charges, as reported earlier by The Wall Street Journal and local news outlet KHOU 11. 44-year-old Michael Butler was arrested on Wednesday and...

The Verge 3 months ago

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Albanian police fire tear gas at 'Flamingo Revolution' rally

Albanians have continued to protest against a planned luxury resort backed by Donald Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner. They say the resort threatens the coast's fragile ecosystems, including a flamingo habitat.

DW News 3 months ago

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Police identify 156 in drug-facilitated sexual assault cases

An international operation led by German and British police has uncovered 156 suspects and victims in cases of drug-facilitated sexual assault. Operation Medusa has led to 57 arrests and 158 safeguarded victims so far.

DW News 3 months ago

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Albanian police fire water cannon as protests against Trump-linked luxury resort continue

The government says the development on the Adriatic coast would be transformational for the former communist nation as it seeks to enter the high-end tourism market and pushes for European Union membership.

Euronews 3 months ago