International Law may be defined as a body of rules and principles that govern the relations and conduct of states and other international actors in the global community. It regulates the behavior of sovereign nations in their dealings with one another and provides a legal framework for maintaining international peace, security, and cooperation. Unlike domestic law, which is enforced by a central authority within a state, International Law is based largely on the consent and mutual agreement of states. It aims to establish order in international relations by laying down standards that countries are expected to follow in matters such as diplomacy, trade, human rights, and the use of force. Over time, the scope of International Law has expanded beyond states to include international organizations, individuals, and multinational corporations. The main sources of International Law are generally recognized in Article 38 of the Statute of the International Court of Justice. The first and most important source is international treaties and conventions. Treaties are formal agreements entered into by states that create legally binding obligations. These agreements may be bilateral, involving two states, or multilateral, involving many states. Examples include the United Nations Charter and various human rights conventions. Treaties play a significant