Japanese judges pursue rule of law in The Hague despite backlash

Smaller countries rely on the principle even as Russia and Israel ignore warrants

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Demonstrators in Ireland rally in support of Ukraine in February. Russia's invasion has continued unabated despite an ICJ order to halt military operations. © Reuters

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TOKYO/CAIRO -- Japanese judges have taken the helm of both of the world's two main international courts in The Hague, a challenging task at a time when the rule of law is under pressure on various corners of the world.

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