The United States has ignored rulings of the International Court of Justice, including in cases related to the death penalty and the use of force in Nicaragua. While the US is a party to the court, it has also refused to recognize the compulsory jurisdiction of the court, meaning it can choose not to participate in cases brought against it. The US does not have a permanent seat on the court and cannot veto decisions.

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The United States

Question 9

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The United States

A) has ignored rulings of the International Court of Justice.
B) always abides by rulings of the International Court of Justice.
C) has never been party to a case before the International Court of Justice.
D) has a permanent seat on the International Court of Justice who can veto any decision.

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