World Court to rule on emergency measures in Rohingya genocide case

26 Sept 05:45 Key points summarised by AI

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) will rule on Gambia's urgent request for emergency measures against Myanmar, aiming to halt violence against Rohingya Muslims, ensure their protection, and preserve evidence of past abuses.
Gambia launched the lawsuit, accusing Myanmar of genocide under the 1948 convention, and specifically asked the ICJ to order Myanmar to prevent atrocities and grant access to UN investigators.
Myanmar's leader, Aung San Suu Kyi, urged the court to dismiss the case, conceding potential disproportionate military force but denying any genocidal intent, a position supported by a government-appointed panel.
Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh and Myanmar civil society groups express high hopes for justice, seeing the ICJ case as a crucial step towards accountability, despite the court's limited enforcement capabilities.
Myanmar's military pledged to investigate alleged wrongdoing and comply with government orders if the court rules against them, with human rights lawyers noting the case has already spurred some accountability actions.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Yesterday 22:44 Key points summarised by AI

A 67-year-old woman drove her car through the glass frontage of a Bangkok shopping mall, injuring six people, including a six-year-old girl.
The driver claimed she accidentally pressed the accelerator instead of the brake after being startled, causing the vehicle to surge forward.
She apologized to the victims, promising insurance coverage and additional financial aid, while police continue to gather statements before filing charges.