A ceasefire between Israel and the powerful Lebanese movement Hezbollah took effect on Wednesday after both sides accepted an agreement brokered by the United States and France.

On 19 July 2024, the ICJ handed down its advisory opinion on the policies and practices of Israel in Occupied Palestinian Territory.

On 27 June 2024, the European Union signed an agreement with Ukraine on security commitments.

On 13 June 2024, the United States signed an agreement with Ukraine on security and defense cooperation.

A joint roadmap between the United States and France concerning the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.

Prof Marc Weller believes the ICC’s creeping jurisdiction is part of a broader trend

Two questions arise from the Ukranian Genocide Case, according to Prof Weller. First, whether it is worthwhile for Ukraine to continue the case. And second, whether Ukraine should bring a fresh action, alleging that genocide is being committed by Russian armed forces on its territory.

On 2 February 2024, the ICJ handed down its judgment on preliminary objections to Ukraine’s case against Russia under the Genocide Convention.