Mahkamah Teratas Dunia Mengisytiharkan Tindakan Iklim yang Tidak Berkesan sebagai Pelanggaran Undang-Undang Antarabangsa - Pencemar Menghadapi Pampasan

In a historic ruling, the International Court of Justice (ICJ), the United Nations' highest court, declared that countries have a legal obligation under international law to address climate change and limit greenhouse gas emissions. The court found that failure to act on climate change could be considered an internationally wrongful act, opening the door for affected nations to seek reparations from major polluters. The advisory opinion, prompted by advocacy from small island nations and youth activists, affirms that protecting the environment is a human right and that all states must act with due diligence to prevent global warming from exceeding 1.5°C. While the ruling is non-binding, it sets a powerful legal precedent that could influence future climate litigation and international policy. This decision marks a turning point in global climate accountability, signaling the end of impunity for countries and companies that contribute to the climate crisis.