Russia-Ukraine War
What’s the Status of Ukraine’s Case Against Russia at the ICJ?
On Feb. 25, Ukraine took steps to challenge Russia’s allegations of Ukrainian-led genocide before the International Court of Justice. What has happened since?
Jaime Luis Lopez is a J.D. Candidate at Georgetown University Law Center, where he focuses primarily on international and national security law. He has worked for the Dept. of Defense on Guantanamo Bay issues and is a member of the Georgetown Journal of International Law. Originally from Miami, FL, he received his undergraduate degrees in International Affairs and Economics from Florida State University.
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On Feb. 25, Ukraine took steps to challenge Russia’s allegations of Ukrainian-led genocide before the International Court of Justice. What has happened since?
What are the extent and limits of the court’s jurisdiction over the conflict?
The reactions reflect how the world sees Russia’s actions, a perception that is relevant to both international law and policy surrounding Ukraine moving forward.