The UN General Assembly has backed the historic advisory opinion by the International Court of Justice on governments' obligation to protect the environment from greenhouse gas emissions. Through this #UNGA resolution, countries reaffirm that addressing the climate crisis is a legal duty under international law, not just a political choice. “This is a powerful affirmation of international law, climate justice, science, and the responsibility of states to protect people from the escalating climate crisis,” said Secretary-General antonioguterres.