The International Criminal Court Turns 20 in Turbulent Times. Should ‘Ecocide’ Be Added to its List of Crimes?

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By By Katie SurmaJul 10, 2022, 9:00 am303 pts
A definition put forth describes ecocide as “wanton acts” that cause “severe” and “widespread or long-term damage” to the environment. Pope Francis and other world leaders support adoption, but such a move by member nations could take years. By Katie Surma A law professor from Queen Mary University…

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