Sri Lanka swears in new chief justice despite protests
Sri Lanka's president on Tuesday appointed the government's senior legal adviser as a replacement for the impeached chief justice, despite protests by lawyers and a chorus of international criticism.
Sri Lanka draws flak over chief justice impeachment
International criticism mounted Saturday over a move to impeach Sri Lanka's chief justice, with Britain demanding protection for the incumbent and the beleaguered legal profession in the former colony.
Syria's other struggle: balancing sharia and justice
In the heart of Syria's rebel territory, away from the blasts and bullets of the frontlines, another struggle is playing out: one for a new justice system that could shape the future face of the country should the regime fall.
Clinton denies any advance warning of Libya attack
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton denied that Washington was warned of an imminent attack in Libya, stressing the United States would not rest until those behind the killings of four Americans are brought to justice.
VIDEO: Britain shocked by Afghan execution video
British Foreign Secretary William Hague on Sunday said he was "shocked and disgusted" by reports that the Taliban publicly executed an Afghan woman accused of adultery.
Palestinians hail 'historic' Bethlehem UNESCO move
The Palestinians hailed Friday's granting by UNESCO of world heritage status to the Church of the Nativity in the West Bank city of Bethlehem as an "historic day for justice."
Amnesties have to stop in Kazakhstan: Justice Minister
New Minister of Justice Berik Imashev believes that Kazakhstan needs to stop its amnesty practices.
Kazakhstan joined the International Association of Judges
We have been trying to reach this for many years and we have finally done it: Chairman of the Supreme Court.
Opening business in one day to be possible in Kazakhstan
Creation of a new company will only take one day and the risk of corruption will be minimized: official representative of Kazakhstan Ministry of Justice.
Alimentary Fund to be established in Kazakhstan
The Alimentary Funds for single mothers is going to be established in Kazakhstan: a state fund and a community fund.