ICJ (International Court of Justice)

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is the main judicial body of the United Nations, located in The Hague, Netherlands. Its role is to settle legal disputes between countries based on international law and to give advisory opinions on legal questions referred by other UN bodies. The ICJ ensures that international agreements are respected and promotes peaceful relations among nations. It operates based on principles of fairness, neutrality, and legal authority, allowing sovereign states to bring disputes or seek guidance in resolving complex legal issues.