The International Court of Justice orders Russia to stop its invasion of Ukraine

The International Court of Justice sent a strong message to Moscow on Wednesday, telling the Russian Federation to stop the war and cease military activities in Ukraine. It did it through an overwhelming 13-2 decision. However, the Russian and Chinese judges voted against the order. And a close read of several individual judges’ declarations and separate opinion highlight varying stands and political sensibilities.

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