Osaka District Court dismisses death row inmates' lawsuit challenging Japan's same-day execution notices.

The Osaka District Court has dismissed a lawsuit filed by death row inmates challenging Japan's practice of providing only hours' notice before executions. The inmates argued that same-day notifications violate their rights to dignity and due process under the Japanese Constitution. The plaintiffs, who sought ¥22 million ($142,000) in damages for mental suffering, plan to appeal to a higher court.