UN backs world court climate opinion; U.S. among few to oppose - Reuters

"I welcome the adoption of the General Assembly resolution on the ICJ’s advisory opinion on climate change – a powerful affirmation of international law, climate justice, science & the responsibility of states to protect people from the escalating climate crisis."

— Antonio Guterres , Activist

"The resolution includes inappropriate political demands relating to fossil fuels."

— Tammy Bruce , Politician

"The vote a commitment to making it a reality."

— Vishal Prasad , Activist

"I welcome the adoption of the General Assembly resolution on the ICJ’s (International Court of Justice) advisory opinion on climate change – a powerful affirmation of international law, climate justice, science and the responsibility of states to protect people from the escalating climate crisis."

— Antonio Guterres , Activist

"The world has followed the Pacific’s lead. Vanuatu and Pacific nations have once again shaped the global climate agenda, turning the voices of frontline communities into international action."

— Shiva Gounden , Activist

"The world’s highest court made clear that climate action is an irrefutable legal obligation, and today’s outcome shows that governments are increasingly committed to taking action to reflect that reality."

— Rebecca Newsom , Activist

"Last year, the International Court of Justice ruled that countries have a legal duty to protect the climate, and today the world has not only reaffirmed that ruling, but committed to making it a reality."

— Vishal Prasad , Activist