Far-right leader Marine Le Pen is currently appealing a verdict that found her guilty of misusing European Union funds, a decision that could significantly impact her future in the presidential race, according to BBC World.

Concerns regarding Nigeria's multi-party democracy have intensified due to recent court rulings impacting smaller political parties. These parties are worried that ongoing legal disputes and threats of deregistration may hinder their ability to participate in the upcoming 2027 general elections. This situation has sparked renewed discussions about political inclusion, constitutional rights, and the viability of Nigeria's multi-party system, according to Leadership (NG).

The Federal High Court in Lokoja has reversed its previous order to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) regarding the registration of the National Democratic Congress (NDC). This judgment is anticipated to reignite controversies from the 2023 elections involving figures such as Tinubu and Shettima, as the implications of the ruling unfold ahead of the 2027 elections, according to Vanguard.

A French court has confirmed that Moroccan football star Achraf Hakimi will stand trial for rape, following allegations made by a 24-year-old woman in February 2023. The incident was reported to police in the Val-de-Marne region, located southeast of Paris.

A federal judge has permanently prohibited President Donald Trump's administration from enforcing a requirement for voters to provide documentary proof of citizenship when registering to vote. The ruling, issued by U.S. District Court Judge Denise Casper in Boston, solidifies a previous preliminary injunction against the measure, which was part of Trump's first executive order on elections.

Amelie Kenney and her partner Francesca Pilia live in a top-floor apartment in Paris, which offers a picturesque view of the city. However, a historic heat wave has raised concerns about the safety of such attic apartments, making them potentially hazardous during extreme temperatures, according to AP.