International Law
Cross-border legal developments, treaties, sanctions, and international tribunals
EU Top Court Allows Spain's Catalan Amnesty Law to Stand
The CJEU ruled Spain's 2024 Catalan amnesty law complies with EU law, allowing related cases to proceed in Spanish courts.
US Sets 25% Tariffs on Brazilian Imports From July 22, 2026
The US will impose 25% tariffs on most Brazilian imports starting July 22, 2026, following a Section 301 probe into Brazil's trade practices.
Mexico Files Criminal Complaints Over 17 ICE Custody Deaths in US Courts
Mexico files criminal complaints in US over 17 Mexican nationals' deaths in ICE custody, raising immigration enforcement legal risks for corporations and law firms.
Judge Blocks State Dept. Visa Ban on Foreign Misinformation Researchers
A U.S. judge halts State Department visa restrictions targeting foreign researchers studying disinformation, citing First Amendment concerns.
EU Court Allows Naming Doped Athletes After Privacy Review
The EU Court ruled athletes' doping names can be published after a GDPR privacy test, shaping data protection and sports law practices.
Reza Zarrab Sentenced for Iran Sanctions Evasion After Cooperation
Reza Zarrab received time served in 2026 after aiding U.S. authorities in a major Iran sanctions evasion case involving Halkbank.
US Seismologist Youlin Chen Detained in China Nearly 2 Years Without Trial
Youlin Chen detained in China since August 2024 without trial or disclosed charges; US State Department designated him 'wrongfully detained.'
U.S. Trade Rep. Greer Urges EU to Ease Tech Enforcement on American Firms
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer calls on Europe to reduce enforcement measures that disproportionately affect American tech companies, signaling rising transatlantic tensions.
Human Rights Watch Warns Civilians Trapped in Kherson Face Crisis
Human Rights Watch reports dire humanitarian conditions for civilians trapped in Russian-occupied Kherson amid ongoing conflict and legal concerns.
Mexico to File Criminal Complaints Over Deaths in ICE Custody
Mexico plans legal action against the US for deaths of Mexican nationals in ICE detention, raising international legal and human rights issues.
OFAC Revokes Iran General License X, Restores Sanctions on Oil Sector
OFAC revoked General License X on July 7, reinstating US sanctions on Iranian oil after Strait of Hormuz attacks, urging compliance vigilance.
Fourth Circuit Denies Immunity to Ex-Salvadoran Colonel in Journalist Killings
US appeals court rules ex-Colonel Reyes Mena lacks sovereign immunity in 1982 Dutch journalist killings case, underscoring accountability in human rights law.