Russia has taken a significant step to shield its officials and military from foreign legal actions. President Vladimir Putin signed a law that allows Russia to disregard rulings from foreign and international courts in criminal cases. This move comes as several countries and international bodies ar
Myanmar is facing serious accusations. The International Court of Justice (ICJ) will hear a case against Myanmar. It starts on January 12th. It will run until January 29th. The case is about genocide against the Rohingya Muslims. Gambia is the one bringing the case. Gambia is a Muslim-majority coun
In 2025, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) told countries to cut pollution and help the climate. But they forgot something important: nature's rights. The ruling was about how climate change hurts people, not about nature itself. It's like saying, \""Let's clean up the park, but only because
The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has made a big decision. Countries can now take each other to court over climate change. This includes historic emissions of gases that warm the planet. The judge in the Hague, Netherlands, said it's tricky to figure out who caused what. But the ruling is a b
Vanuatu, a small Pacific island nation, is taking a bold step by turning to the world court for help as climate disasters become more frequent and severe. This move is not legally binding, but it could influence future efforts to hold major polluters responsible and secure the funds and actions need
In a recent court hearing, a lawyer from the US State Department made a strong case for Israel's position on Gaza aid. The lawyer, Joshua Simmons, argued that Israel's security concerns should take priority over its obligations to provide aid to Palestinians in Gaza. This stance comes as the Interna
The United Nations is facing a significant challenge due to Israel's refusal to allow its agencies to operate freely in the Palestinian territories. This issue is currently being discussed in The Hague over five days, with many countries and organizations sharing their views. The main focus is on Is
The conflict in Gaza and Ukraine has sparked a big debate. People are asking if what's happening in Gaza is genocide. This is a heavy word with a lot of weight. It's not just about definitions or legal terms. It's about the suffering of tens of thousands of innocent people. The focus should be on fi
