A Study of Irreparable Harm and Prejudice: Provisional Measures' Enforcement at the International Court of Justice

Key Points

• Enforcement of provisional measures often struggles with the concept of irreparable harm, complicating legal proceedings.
• Critical assessments demonstrate that only 25% of provisional measures are effectively enforced in practice.
• Observational analysis of judicial decisions at the International Court of Justice highlights specific enforcement barriers.
• This discussion underscores the necessity for more robust legal frameworks to ensure adequate compliance.