War Crimes

Question 6 • (OC27) US GOVT-2106310-Sem-Meadows

What steps can the UN Security Council take when a country tests nuclear missiles?

Answer

It can ask the International Court of Justice for permission to impose economic sanctions, then intervene with peacekeeping troops.

It can pass a resolution condemning the action, then impose a series of economic sanctions against the offending country.

It can pass a resolution condemning the action, then ask the General Assembly for permission to overthrow the government.

It can send in troops to overthrow the government, then ask the International Military Tribunal to prosecute the leaders for war crimes.

Explanation

The Security Council can adopt resolutions addressing threats to international peace and security. It may condemn a missile test and impose economic sanctions, such as trade or financial restrictions, to pressure the country to change its conduct. The International Court of Justice does not grant permission for sanctions, and the Council’s role is not to arrange the overthrow of a government.

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