case law iieul

from summary

unilateral declaration of independence by Kosovo

legality of declaration of independence: general international law does not contain any applicable prohibitions of declarations of independence. Therefore, declarations of independence are in accordance with general international law

the island of palmas

acquisition of territory: the discoverer of a territory obtains and inchoate title. afterwards, it must exercise authority over the territory in order to obtain a definite title. Hence, an inchoate title cannot prevail over a definite title found on the continuous and peaceful display of sovereignty

reparations for injuries

international legal personality: the UN possesses both international legal personality and the capacity to bring international claims against states. reparation damages could be claimed for damage that has been caused to the UN itself or to their agents

week 2

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