January 26, 2024 (Friday)

The International Court of Justice rules that some allegations of Israel committing genocide in the Gaza Strip are "plausible" and orders Israel to take measures to prevent and punish acts of genocide, to protect Palestinians, and to allow in humanitarian aid. However, Israel is not required to end its military operation.

The U.S. Justice Department finds former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo liable for sexual harassment.

A jury in New York awards E. Jean Carroll an $83.3 million defamation judgment against former President of the United States Donald Trump.

Police in Japan announce they have arrested who they believe to be Satoshi Kirishima, a member of the East Asia Anti-Japan Armed Front who has been a fugitive from justice for 50 years for his role in a series of bombings of companies.

Tuvaluans vote in the general election for the 16 members of parliament.