On July 23, 2025, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) issued a historic advisory opinion affirming that countries have binding obligations under international law to address climate change.

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The ICJ’s advisory opinion spells out states’ duties on climate, opening doors for lawsuits and stronger climate action. View ...

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The ruling was the result of years of efforts by activists and small island nations and initiated by Pacific Islands Students ...

The International Court of Justice found that polluting countries are now legally obligated to address global warming.

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Nations have a duty to act on climate change under international law — and if they don't, they could be held liable. That's ...

The United Nations' top court has issued a landmark advisory opinion on climate change, its 15 black-robed judges weighing in ...