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The Legal Status of Economic Sanctions under International Law

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While the UN Security Council has explicit authority to impose sanctions, the legality of unilateral sanctions imposed by individual states is highly contested. Many argue they violate the principle of non-intervention, yet they are widely used, creating a complex legal gray zone.

Why this is interesting

You've probably heard of countries imposing sanctions on others, but have you ever wondered if those sanctions are actually legal under international law? The answer isn't as straightforward as you might think.