World Court
Americannoun
noun
Example Sentences
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In its case filed April 11, Mexico asked the World Court to order Ecuador to take “appropriate and immediate steps to provide full protection and security of diplomatic premises” and prevent any further intrusions.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 29, 2024
For Nicaragua’s representative to the International Court of Justice, this week’s hearing before the World Court was a case of déjà vu.
From New York Times ● Apr. 8, 2024
Guyana has taken the issue to the World Court in the Netherlands for a definitive ruling, while Venezuela has said it prefers direct bilateral talks as the way forward.
From Seattle Times ● Feb. 11, 2024
Also known as the World Court, the I.C.J. is one of the U.N.’s six main bodies, which include the General Assembly and the Security Council.
From New York Times ● Jan. 12, 2024
"I'm very sorry, but we have to arrest you and bring you in for trial by the World Court."
From The Green Beret by Schoenherr, John
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