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UN PhotoFive Facts: ICJ at 80 (Urdu)
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For 80 years, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) has served as the principal judicial organ of the United Nations, helping to settle legal disputes between States in accordance with international law. The Court has addressed issues including territorial disputes, the use of force, and the interpretation of international conventions, including cases involving allegations of genocide.
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The world is at a "moment of crisis" and countries must reaffirm commitment to international law amid rising violations and geopolitical tensions, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said at an event on Friday to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the International Court of Justice (ICJ).