Global Powers Clash at UN Court Over Climate Obligations
The US has faced criticism from climate justice campaigners for arguing against legal obligations to combat climate change at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague. The US, along with other major fossil fuel nations, contends that existing non-binding treaties like the UNFCCC and the Paris Agreement should suffice. This stance has angered vulnerable nations and activists who seek legal accountability for historic greenhouse gas emitters. The ICJ's advisory opinion, though non-binding, could influence future climate litigation and international negotiations.
