Hey fam, have you been following the buzz around the US's latest moves in Venezuela? 🌍 This week, top legal minds are waving red flags, saying these actions cross the line set by the UN Charter.
Julian Davis Mortenson, a law professor at the University of Michigan, told media outlet CGTN that the UN Charter's Article 2(4) spells it out: states can't use force against another's territorial integrity or political independence. Any military or coercive step needs UN Security Council approval—otherwise, it's a no-go.
Mortenson explains it like this: 'The Charter is clear—unless there's a legit self-defence case or a green light from the Security Council, force is off the table.' For young global citizens, this isn’t just legal jargon—it’s about keeping power plays in check and upholding a rules-based world.
Why does it matter for us? Whether you're into international relations or just scrolling through TikTok news, these debates shape how countries interact and how peace (or conflict) unfolds. It's a reminder that big power moves have real-world impacts—and that the UN's rulebook still holds weight.
Stay curious and keep questioning! 💡 What do you think—should the US face consequences for potential UN Charter breaches? Drop your thoughts below.
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Legal experts: U.S. actions in Venezuela prohibited by UN Charter
cgtn.com
