Vanuatu climate and rights case led by law students goes to world court
The landmark case is expected to involve nearly 100 countries and more than a dozen intergovernmental organizations.
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The landmark case is expected to involve nearly 100 countries and more than a dozen intergovernmental organizations.
The Rome-based International Criminal Court's three arrest warrants allege war crimes and crimes against humanity
The proposal amplifies a recent International Court of Justice ruling that Israel has no sovereignty over the territories.
Landlocked between Russia and China, Mongolia depends on Russia to meet its energy needs and China to buy its exports.
More than a third of the funds will support aid efforts for people in Yemen (US$20 million) and Ethiopia (US$15 million).
With the Earth growing hotter and the oceans becoming warmer, rising sea levels threaten islands and coastal areas.
The effects of climate change hit hard from the bombed streets of Gaza to the glitzy venues of the Paris Olympics.
The Biden administration hosts a celebration for an expanding NATO's 75th anniversary amid political turmoil.
Hungary's presidency could be muted but still affect European integration and the ability to present a united front globally.
The justices cited warnings an offensive on Rafah will put 'hundreds of thousands of people at imminent risk of death.'
The top prosecutor's action drew immediate and fierce reaction, with U.S. President Biden calling it 'outrageous.'
ICJ justices heard arguments from South Africa calling on Israel to immediately withdraw its army from Gaza.
Negotiators had to juggle the promotion of health access and global equity with reaffirmation of nations' sovereignty.
Reporters Without Borders warned that governments' support for press freedom around the world has been shrinking.
The wars in Europe and the Middle East, climate change and soaring national debts hung over the annual talks.
The U.N. body also demands Israel be held accountable for possible war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza.