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Ukraine and Russia to face off at World Court over genocide claim

13 Sept 12:28 Key points summarised by AI

Ukraine has formally asked the United Nations' top court, the International Court of Justice (ICJ), for an emergency ruling to compel Russia to halt its invasion.
Kyiv argues that Moscow's justification for the attack, based on a claim of 'genocide' in eastern Ukraine, is a faulty interpretation of international law and lacks factual basis.
The case centers on the interpretation of a 1948 genocide prevention treaty, signed by both nations, which designates the ICJ as the forum for resolving such disputes.
International genocide scholars support Ukraine's position, stating there is no evidence of genocide in Ukraine and accusing Russian President Vladimir Putin of misusing the term.
While the ICJ's rulings are binding and it can issue urgent 'provisional measures' to prevent escalation, the court lacks direct means to enforce its decisions.

Yesterday 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.