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under international law
Relates to international law, that is, the body of legal norms that regulate relations between states and other international actors. Something is 'völkerrechtlich' (under international law) if it corresponds to this law, is based on it, or is regulated by it.
Die Annexion des Gebiets wurde als völkerrechtlich illegal verurteilt.
The annexation of the territory was condemned as illegal under international law.
The word is derived from the noun 'das Völkerrecht' (international law). It consists of 'Völker' (plural of Volk), 'Recht' (law), and the adjective ending '-lich'.
Das Gericht prüft, ob die Handlung eine völkerrechtliche Grundlage hat.
The court is examining whether the action has a basis under international law.
'Völkerrechtlich' (under international law) is a formal term from the specialized language of politics and law. In normal everyday life, you will rarely hear or use it.
In der politischen Debatte wurde die völkerrechtliche Dimension des Konflikts diskutiert.
In the political debate, the dimension of the conflict under international law was discussed.
This adjective is often used to describe the status of treaties or actions. Typical combinations are 'völkerrechtlich anerkannt' (recognized under international law), 'völkerrechtlich bindend' (binding under international law), or 'völkerrechtlich umstritten' (disputed under international law).
Der Status der neuen Regierung ist international noch nicht völkerrechtlich anerkannt.
The status of the new government is not yet recognized internationally under international law.
international
'international' and 'völkerrechtlich' can both appear in situations where several countries play a role. However, 'international' is much more general: it can be about travel, companies, sports, culture, or cooperation. 'völkerrechtlich' is used only when it is about international law, meaning legal rules between states or other international actors. The words can be confusing because international topics often also involve legal questions. Remember: not everything international is 'völkerrechtlich'; 'völkerrechtlich' only fits when law is involved.
Ist dieser Vertrag völkerrechtlich gültig?
Is this treaty valid under international law?
Vor dem Termin prüft ihr die internationalen Reisebestimmungen.
Before the appointment, you check the international travel regulations.