Small island nation secures UN support for climate justice case at world court.

Vanuatu has convinced the UN General Assembly to request an advisory ruling from the International Court of Justice on the obligations of countries to address climate change. The ruling is expected to clarify legal obligations and create a path for countries to be sued if they fail to address climate change. The request was approved by acclamation, with more than 120 countries co-sponsoring the measure. The ruling is not binding on national courts, but it can be used to pressure governments and create pathways for future lawsuits.