World Court Stories

World Court says countries are legally obligated to curb emissions, protect climate
World Court says countries are legally obligated to curb emissions, protect climate
UN News  |  Jul 24, 2025

This includes the obligation under the Paris Agreement on climate change to limit global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels.

UN and Palestinians accuse Israel of blocking Gaza aid at World Court hearings
UN and Palestinians accuse Israel of blocking Gaza aid at World Court hearings
Reuters  |  Apr 28, 2025

The ICJ, also known as the World Court, was tasked in December to form an advisory opinion on Israel's obligations to facilitate aid to Palestinians t...

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