Nicaragua's Genocide Case Tests ICJ's Limits The International Court of Justice (ICJ) has long been regarded as the premier arbiter of global disputes, but its jurisdictional limitations have come under scrutiny in a recent case.
Germany's attempt to have Nicaragua's genocide complaint thrown out highlights the court's inability to address allegations of state on state violence.
At issue is Nicaragua's claim that Germany provided weapons to Israel, which it alleges constitutes a violation of the Genocide Convention.