Posted 9/17/2023, 10:49:00 AM

Ukraine Seeks Justice Against Russia at World Court Over Invasion Claims

Russia and Ukraine facing off at International Court of Justice over Russia's claims its invasion prevents genocide.
Ukraine argues Russia abusing law, wants case thrown out over jurisdiction. Hearings Sept 17-27.
Court ordered Russia to cease military action in preliminary decision favoring Ukraine in March 2022.
32 states supporting Ukraine that court has jurisdiction to proceed. Positive for court finding it has jurisdiction.
If court finds no lawful justification under Genocide Convention, could help Ukraine's future reparations claims.

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