Top UN court says countries can sue each other over climate change

The International Court of Justice (ICJ), the top UN court, has ruled that countries can sue each other over climate change. This landmark decision is a significant victory for developing nations that are most vulnerable to the impacts of global warming. The court stated that countries have an obligation to prevent, reduce, and control the risk of environmental harm to other states, including harm caused by climate change. This means that nations can now bring lawsuits against other countries for their contributions to climate change and the resulting damages. The ruling opens up new legal avenues for countries to seek compensation and hold major emitters accountable for their actions. It is expected to have far-reaching implications, as it establishes a clear legal framework for addressing the cross-border nature of climate change. This decision is a major step forward in the global effort to address the climate crisis and provides hope for more effective international cooperation and action on this critical issue.