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The World Court just ruled countries can be held liable for climate change damage – what does that mean for the US?

The International Court of Justice issued a landmark advisory opinion in July 2025 declaring that all countries have a legal obligation to protect and prevent harm to the climate.

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History in making as World Court to advise on climate

Nations will soon have clarity on responsibilities to cut emissions under a hard-fought legal opinion spearheaded by Pacific states and initiated by students.

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Cambodia says it will seek World Court ruling on border disputes with Thailand that led to clash

Cambodia’s government says it plans to seek a ruling from the U.N.’s International Court of Justice over border disputes with neighboring Thailand, one of which last week triggered a fatal military clash

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The World Court says Israel’s occupation of Palestinian land is illegal: 4 steps NZ can take now

Peace in the Middle East seems further away than ever. The assassinations of Hamas and Hezbollah leaders, the threat of Iranian retaliation against Israel, and the ongoing catastrophe in Gaza have all put the region on a knife edge.

The Conversation

South Africa has a new top diplomat. What does that mean for Palestine?

Foreign minister Ronald Lamola takes over at critical time amid ICJ case against Israel and ongoing regional conflicts.

Al Jazeera

World Court's Order On Rafah Does Not Rule Out Offensive

World Court order on Rafah amidst Israel-Palestine tensions underscores need for peaceful conflict resolution.

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Israel Defends Itself In Fierce Gaza Fighting At World Court

Recent surge in violence in northern Gaza amid heightened tensions between Israel and Palestine draws international attention. World Court intervenes to ad...

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South Africa Urges World Court To Stop Israel's Offensive

South Africa seeks World Court intervention to halt Israel's offensive in Rafah, promoting peace.

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South Africa Urges World Court For Israel's Rafah Withdrawal

South Africa appeals to World Court for Israel's withdrawal from Rafah to address conflict and promote peace in the Middle East.

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Colombia seeks to join Gaza genocide case against Israel at ICJ

Bogota calls on the World Court to ensure ‘the safety’ and ‘the very existence of the Palestinian people’.

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Colombia Seeks To Join Gaza Genocide Case At World Court

Colombia's interest in joining the World Court case on Gaza genocide could impact conflict dynamics.

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Katchatheevu | Foreign Secretary cited India’s security interests in 1974, to convince Karunanidhi to cede island to Sri Lanka

MEA documents reveal Karunanidhi's involvement in Katchatheevu agreement, highlighting India's security interests and legal challenges against Sri Lanka.

The Hindu

ICJ orders Israel to take action to address famine in Gaza

In a new set of provisional measures, the World Court ordered Israel to open more land crossings to allow aid into Gaza.

Al Jazeera

Palestinians at World Court Call for End to Occupation

At the World Court, Palestinians called for an end to the Israeli occupation. Learn more about this ongoing conflict and its implications.

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World Court to Rule on Jurisdiction in Russia-Ukraine Genocide

The World Court is set to determine its jurisdiction in the Russia-Ukraine genocide case, a major development in seeking accountability for the crisis.

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ICJ to decide on emergency measures in Israel-Gaza genocide case on Friday

The World Court will decide whether to order emergency measures relating to Israel’s military action in Gaza.

The Hindu

The issue of genocide and the world court

In the case that South Africa has instituted against Israel in the International Court of Justice, it is important to understand the international legal context of these proceedings

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South Africa is taking Israel to court for genocide in Palestine. What does it mean for the war in Gaza?

South Africa has taken Israel to the International Court of Justice (ICJ, also known as the World Court) in The Hague claiming genocide has been committed against Palestinians during the Gaza conflict.

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Watch live as World Court hears Russia’s final objections to Ukraine genocide case

Watch live as the World Court hears Russia’s final objections to a genocide case brought by Ukraine which claims Moscow falsely applied genocide law to justify its invasion.

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Watch as World Court hears Ukraine’s response to Russian objections in genocide case

Watch as Ukraine responds to Russia’s objections against the jurisdiction of the World Court in a genocide case brought by the nation, which claims Moscow falsely applied genocide law to justify its 2022 invasion.

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Ukraine denounces Russia as 'terrorist state' at World Court hearing

Ukraine on Tuesday called Russia a terrorist state at the top U.N. court as hearings began in a case over Moscow's backing of pro-Russian separatists blamed for shooting down Malaysian Airlines Flight MH17 in 2014.

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