World Embassy Desk adopted a resolution (WED/S/RES/250122) on 22 January 2025 that whereas the Ukrainian State has been determined to have contravened international law, specifically Article 13 of the Third Geneva Convention, by disseminating images and audio recordings of prisoners of war through international media on 13 January 2025, which were subsequently utilised for propaganda purposes.
Israel / Lebanon
The World Embassy Desk (WED) underscores the urgency of monitoring the Lebanon-Israel context as tensions rise along the border, creating a volatile environment with the potential to ignite a wider regional conflict. These Israeli military actions, including airstrikes targeting civilian infrastructure in Lebanon, frequently result in substantial civilian casualties and widespread destruction, raising serious concerns under International Humanitarian Law and […]
Taiwan & China
Monitored Tension: Taiwan & China The Taiwan-China tension constitutes a complex and significant issue, with far-reaching implications for international law, global security, and economic stability. The World Embassy Desk (WED) is monitoring this situation due to its potential to precipitate significant geopolitical instability and present intricate legal challenges. The intersection of sovereignty, self-determination, and international recognition here requires a nuanced […]
Israel / Palestine
On July 19, 2024, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) issued an advisory opinion affirming that the continued Israeli occupation of Palestinian territories, including the establishment of settlements, is illegal under international law. This opinion reinforced earlier provisional measures issued by the ICJ in January and March 2024, which called for Israel to cease the expansion of settlements and to […]
