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UN court rules for Cambodia in Preah Vihear temple dispute with Thailand

The United Nations International Court of Justice (ICJ) today ruled that Cambodia has sovereignty over the whole territory of the Preah Vihear temple, and that Thailand is obligated to withdraw its military personnel from the area.

UN court opens hearings on whaling dispute between Australia and Japan

The United Nations’ highest court has opened hearings in a case concerning charges by Australia that Japan is using a scientific research programme to mask a commercial whaling venture.