The Russian parliament has passed a bill allowing defendants currently on trial to enlist in the military, a move that raises concerns about the increasing use of convicts in the war in Ukraine. This new legislation, aimed at boosting troop numbers, has been met with criticism due to the potential for released criminals to commit further offenses.
Germany’s new cannabis legalization law, effective from April 1st, allows for the retroactive release of individuals imprisoned for possessing up to 25 grams of weed. However, data reveals that only a few prisoners have been freed, raising questions about the law’s impact and highlighting the challenges faced by the judiciary.
Abu Ubaida, the military spokesman for the Al-Qassam Brigades, issued a dire warning to Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and the Israeli public. Ubaida threatened to kill prisoners held in Gaza if Israel fails to uphold its commitments. The threat came in response to Israel’s recent airstrikes on Gaza, which killed dozens of people, including women and children.
