International Law 5th ed

Author: Anders Henriksen
Publisher: Oxford University Press
ISBN: 9780198976318

Previous Edition ISBN: 9780192870087
Published In: May 2026
Format: Paperback
Jurisdiction: U.K. ? Disclaimer:
Countri(es) stated herein are used as reference only

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p>The most student-focused approach, providing ideal coverage for short, foundational courses at European law schools.

International Law presents a student-focused approach to the subject; clearly written with non-native English-speaking students in mind, a range of learning features highlight the areas of debate and encourage students to engage critically with key disputes.

Key features:

Provides comprehensive and concise coverage of the central issues in public international law, making this an ideal textbook for students taking short, introductory courses at European law schools
Clearly explained and written with non-native English-speaking students in mind, the core concepts are presented in an accessible and easy-to-follow style
Takes a critical perspective on various aspects of international law, introducing the controversies and areas of debate without assuming students' prior knowledge of the topics discussed
Supportive learning features, including central issues boxes, chapter summaries, recommended reading, and discussion questions highlight the essential points and encourage students to engage critically with the legal disputes

New to this edition:

Discussion of current events related to international law, such as Trump's return to power and the current crisis in the WTO due to Trump's tariffs, Israel's war in Gaza, North Korea's status as a party to the war in Ukraine, and the International Criminal Court's indictment of Putin
New case law from the International Court of Justice, including the Court's 2025 advisory opinion on Climate Change and its advisory opinion on Israel's activities in the Occupied Palestinian Territories
New cases from the European Court of Human Rights, such as Russia's violations of human rights in Ukraine, including the recent judgments in Ukraine and the Netherlands v. Russia
Expanded coverage of AI, specifically related to international human rights law and the laws of war, and the Council of Europe's new framework convention on AI

Digital formats and resources:

The fifth edition is available for students and institutions to purchase in a variety of formats: the e-book and Law Trove offer a mobile experience and convenient access along with short author podcasts introducing core topics, advice on answering end-of-chapter discussion questions, links to international law resources, functionality tools, navigation features, and links that offer extra learning support.

1:Foundations and structure of international law

2:Sources of international law

3:The law of treaties

4:The actors in the international legal system

5:Jurisdiction

6:Immunity from national jurisdiction and diplomatic protection

7:Principles for international responsibility

8:The international law of the sea

9:International human rights law

10:International environmental law

11:International economic law

12:Dispute settlement and the International Court of Justice