international law

noun

1. the body of rules that nations generally recognize as binding in their conduct toward one another.

international law

noun

1. the body of rules generally recognized by civilized nations as governing their conduct towards each other and towards each other's subjects

international law

1. A body of rules and principles that govern the relations among nations. ( See Geneva Conventions and International Court of Justice .)

Word History and Origins

Origin of international law¹

First recorded in 1830–40

Example Sentences

France's prime minister said last week that it would "rigorously" comply with its obligations under international law.

From BBC

Biden said Israel "retains the right to self defence consistent with international law".

From BBC

Biden supported that view, telling reporters: "If Hezbollah or anyone else breaks the deal and poses a direct threat to Israel, then Israel retains the right to self-defence consistent with international law."

From BBC

The PM's spokesman confirmed the government stands by the process outlined in the act and would "always comply with its legal obligations as set out by domestic law and indeed international law".

From BBC

Israel has insisted throughout the war that the Gaza offensive, which has killed about 44,000 Palestinians, according to local health officials, has been conducted in line with international law.

From Los Angeles Times