Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national, pleaded not guilty to 17 charges, including first-degree murder, in a new indictment that makes him eligible for the death penalty. He is accused of killing Spc. Sarah Beckstrom and critically wounding Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe near the White House.
Former NFL linebacker Darron Lee, 31, indicted for first-degree murder of his 29-year-old partner Gabriella Perpetuo, who died from multiple blunt force injuries, including hematomas, fractures, and stab wounds, in February; prosecution may seek death penalty.
President Lee Jae Myung signaled his intent to enact a special counsel bill that would allow for the withdrawal of indictments, a move critics deem predetermined and lacking substantiation. The bill, pushed by the ruling Democratic Party, grants the special counsel authority to nullify charges if investigations are found improper.
Federal prosecutors unsealed an indictment against eight pro-Palestinian activists accused of a criminal intimidation campaign targeting University of Michigan officials and companies with ties to Israel. The indictment details vandalism and threats, including symbols used by Hamas.
The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) seeks federal court sanctions against the Department of Justice (DOJ) for allegedly leaking a draft indictment to media before its official filing, potentially violating grand jury secrecy rules. The indictment accuses SPLC of fraud in its paid informant program, allegations SPLC calls meritless and part of a vindictive campaign.
Independent lawmaker Kang Sun-woo, indicted on charges of receiving 100 million won in 'nomination bribes,' has applied for bail. The court will review the request after a hearing.
Chicago's top federal prosecutor, Andrew Boutros, admitted to personally addressing a grand jury before indicting protesters, a rare move he claims was to ensure fairness. Charges were later dropped due to alleged misconduct, raising concerns about the integrity of the process.
Judicial investigation into Jean-Luc Mélenchon's 2017 campaign finances ends with four indictments. Justice suspects Mediascop of overcharging for services, potentially defrauding the state.
Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi, an IRGC-linked operative, pleaded not guilty to terrorism charges in a Manhattan court. He is accused of plotting to assassinate Ivanka Trump and orchestrating attacks globally, including bombings in Europe and the US.
China's Vice-Minister of Agriculture Zhang Zhili met Cuba's Deputy Agriculture Minister Telce Gonzalez to enhance joint agricultural projects, prioritizing the sector in their bilateral 'community of shared future' amid Cuba's vulnerability.
Andriy Yermak, former top aide to Volodymyr Zelensky, indicted for corruption involving alleged money laundering of 460 million hryvnias. Zelensky's silence amidst the scandal is notable.
US President Trump stated that no escalation with Cuba would be necessary following the indictment of Raúl Castro, describing the situation as "a great day" and noting the country is "falling apart."
A US federal judge dismissed a criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran man, ruling the indictment was an "abuse of prosecuting power." Garcia, who had protected legal status, was wrongly deported due to an administrative error and later charged with human smuggling upon his return.
A US judge dismissed a human smuggling indictment against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, ruling the prosecution was initiated in retaliation for his lawsuit challenging his deportation. The judge cited a presumption of vindictiveness, noting the case was reopened only after Garcia sued to be returned to the US.
A US judge dismissed a criminal indictment against Kilmar Ábrego García, finding the prosecution was retaliatory after he challenged his deportation. García, who was sent to El Salvador's Cecot prison, argued he was being prosecuted for suing the government.
The US, under Trump, is escalating pressure on Cuba with an oil blockade, sanctions, and a murder indictment against Raúl Castro, citing national security threats. Cuba decries these actions as pretexts for military intervention, while allies China and Russia condemn US coercion.
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel stated that the US government's attempted indictment of Raul Castro, days before his 95th birthday, has united Cubans. He condemned the charges as baseless and part of a media campaign, while over 250,000 people protested in Havana.
Thousands of Cubans protested at the US embassy in Havana against the indictment of former leader Raul Castro over a 30-year-old plane downing. US President Trump hinted at military action, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio stating diplomacy odds are slim.
Nicaragua's President Daniel Ortega and co-president Rosario Murillo expressed full support for Raúl Castro following his indictment by the US for the 1996 downing of two "Brothers to the Rescue" planes. The Nicaraguan leaders denounced Washington's actions as a "disregard for UN principles" and reaffirmed the alliance with Cuba.
The Trump administration has intensified its pressure on the Cuban government, highlighted by the indictment of Raul Castro. This action is part of a broader strategy to influence Cuban policy.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned Cuba on Thursday that the US is focused on changing its communist system, following an indictment of former president Raúl Castro. Rubio called Cuba a "failed state" amid an economic crisis and pointed to Russian and Chinese presence as a national security threat.
US lawyer Daniel Kovalik claims the indictment of former Cuban President Raul Castro is a pretext for invasion and regional domination. The indictment relates to the 1996 downing of two planes carrying anti-Castro activists.
China has called on the US to cease 'coercion' and 'threats' against Cuba following the indictment of former leader Raúl Castro on murder charges related to the 1996 downing of two planes.
Former Cuban President Raúl Castro has been indicted in the U.S. on charges of murder and conspiracy for his alleged role in the 1996 downing of two civilian aircraft operated by Brothers to the Rescue, killing four U.S. nationals. The indictment, announced in Miami, accuses Castro of authorizing deadly force against the exile group.
