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Israeli technology could halt Colombia's drug traffickers as relations improve between the nations

Abelardo de la Espriella aims to restore diplomatic ties, pursue an embassy in Jerusalem, and reverse Colombia’s position at the International Court of Justice.

|ByGABRIEL COLODRO/THE MEDIA LINE
Abelardo de la Espriella in Bogotá, on June 25, 2026.
President Isaac Herzog speaks at a conference in Herzliya, June 30, 2026.

Herzog accuses Mamdani of spreading 'blasphemy,' antisemitism, after stabbing attack

"Mamdani does not respect my nation's right for self-determination," Herzog accused the mayor. "He's basically spreading blasphemy, hate, antisemitic rhetoric."

|ByTZVI JASPER
U.S. President Donald Trump and U.S. Vice President JD Vance meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House in Washington, U.S., February 4, 2025.

Trump says US campaign against ICC is aimed at protecting Netanyahu, others

Trump linked the US push against the ICC to efforts to protect Netanyahu, while Rubio said American service members could also be at risk.

|ByREUTERS
A protestor waves the Palestinian flag near the White House on July 28, 2026 in Washington, DC.

Pro-Palestine activists protest Netanyahu's Washington visit, demand US enforces ICC arrest warrant

"Benjamin Netanyahu is a war criminal, the place he belongs is locked up with the ICC and there's a criminal warrant out for it, and I don't want my tax dollars going to defend someone like that."

|ByALEX CARSON

Pro-Palestinian NGOs sue Trump administration over ICC sanctions

Democracy for the Arab World Now (DAWN) and the Taxpayer Alliance Against Genocide (TAAG) filed the lawsuit in the federal court in Manhattan last week.

JULY 19, 2026ByMATHILDA HELLER
(Illustrative) Pro-Palestine protests in Madrid.

Colombia withdraws from ICC case against Israel, promises new embassy in Jerusalem

The announcement, made by incoming Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriell, said that Colombia aims to restore the "historic ties with Israel," following the government of Gustavo Petro.

JULY 19, 2026ByANNA BARSKY
Israel and Colombia flags at the peaceful protest of the members of the active reserve of the military and police forces against the government of Gustavo Petro, October 2023.

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani considers Netanyahu arrest ahead of UN General Assembly visit

The New York mayor said Netanyahu "belongs in the Hague" and aims to act in accordance with the International Criminal Court, though he's not sure he has the authority to issue the order to the NYPD.

JULY 18, 2026ByRUBY SADIKMAN, SHOSHANA BAKER
Mayor Zohran Mamdani delivers his 100 Days Address, a speech dedicated to outline the progress made on his core campaign promises since taking office, in Queens, New York City, US, April 12, 2026.

Victim of alleged sexual misconduct by ICC prosecutor Khan speaks out for first time - report

A lawyer identified only by her first name, Sarah, told CNN that the alleged sexual misconduct lasted for over a year after she started working as Khan’s assistant in February 2023.

JULY 18, 2026ByGOLDIE KATZ
International Criminal Court (ICC) Prosecutor Karim Khan talks during an interview with Reuters in The Hague, Netherlands January 16, 2025.

Israel Katz's populist push to pardon Elor Azaria puts Israel at serious risk - comment

Azaria was not convicted of mere "negligent homicide", but of manslaughter for his actions in 2016.

JULY 14, 2026ByYONAH JEREMY BOB
Israeli soldier Elor Azaria, who was caught on video shooting a wounded Palestinian assailant in the head as he lay on the ground, sits during a hearing at a military appeals court in Tel Aviv during which he was charged with manslaughter on April 18, 2016.

Trump administration launches campaign to dismantle ICC efforts to infringe on US sovereignty

President Donald Trump and other US officials, such as former President George W. Bush, have long said the ICC should not have the authority to investigate and prosecute Americans.

JULY 13, 2026ByREUTERS
US President Donald Trump walks to board Air Force One as he departs Bismarck Municipal Airport on July 01, 2026 in Bismarck, North Dakota. Trump traveled to North Dakota to attend the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library dedication.

Iran targeted civilians as tactic of war, new report pushes IRGC accountability - interview

Adv. Uri Morad said that Iran’s missile campaign targeted civilians as a tactic of war, and argued that senior Iranian leaders should face legal action.

JULY 6, 2026BySAM HALPERN
Rocket trails are seen in the sky amid a fresh barrage of Iranian missile attacks above the Israeli coastal city of Netanya on March 23, 2026.

Sara Duterte impeachment trial begins, setting stage for 2028 Philippines election

Opinion polls show Duterte is a leading contender for the 2028 election, but a guilty verdict could jeopardize her presidential ambitions.

JULY 6, 2026ByREUTERS
Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte, eldest daughter of Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, speaks before students in Davao city in southern Philippines, August 6, 2017

Iran to pursue legal action against Israel, US over Khamenei assassination, official says - report

"The process of filing a complaint after collecting evidence and documentation has begun and is being followed up," the Iranian government spokeswoman told reporters.

JULY 5, 2026ByTOBIAS HOLCMAN
Shi'ite mourners walk past a banner depicting Iran's late Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei as they mark Ashura, the holiest day on the Shi'ite Muslim calendar, in the southern suburbs of Beirut, Lebanon, June 26, 2026.

Former Supreme Court justice Edna Arbel passes away

Arbel authored the principal opinion in the High Court’s 2013 ruling that struck down a 2012 amendment to the Prevention of Infiltration Law.

JULY 1, 2026BySARAH BEN-NUN
The Judiciary announces with great sadness the passing of retired Supreme Court justice Edna Arbel