WorldICJ at 80: International court faces challenges enforcing rulings on states

The International Court of Justice in The Hague marks 80 years of pursuing international conflict resolution through law instead of war. It has handled more than 200 cases and issued 150 binding judgments, but its authority can be tested when states reject or fail to carry out its rulings. The report reviews the court’s history, impact on international law and landmark cases including US intervention in Nicaragua.