Jurisdiction of the International Court of Justice in the Settlement of International Disputes

Authors

Najm Aboud Faisal, The University of Jordan / Faculty of LawFollow
Mohammed Amin Shaalan, The University of Jordan / Faculty of LawFollow
Awad Rajab Al-Lemon, The University of Jordan / Faculty of LawFollow

Document Type

Original Study

Abstract

This study addresses the jurisdiction of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) as the principal judicial organ of the United Nations and its role in the peaceful settlement of international disputes. It outlines the Court’s nature, organizational structure, and working mechanisms, highlighting its two main functions: advisory and contentious jurisdiction. The research emphasizes the advantages of the ICJ, such as the binding nature of its judgments and its contribution to international peace and security, as well as its limitations and criticisms, including the optional nature of its jurisdiction and its inability to prosecute individuals. It also examines the legal prerequisites for the Court’s jurisdiction, such as legal standing and consent to jurisdiction, and proposes expanding the scope of advisory opinions, simplifying procedures, and increasing the number of judges in proportion to the growing number of member states.

Recommended Citation

Faisal, Najm Aboud; Shaalan, Mohammed Amin; and Al-Lemon, Awad Rajab (2025) "Jurisdiction of the International Court of Justice in the Settlement of International Disputes," Imam Ja'afar Al-Sadiq University Journal of Legal Studies: Vol. 5: Iss. 2, Article 3.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.64682/3104-9419.1111
Available at: https://ijsu.researchcommons.org/ijsu/vol5/iss2/3