The International Court of Justice issued a significant advisory opinion recognizing workers' right to strike. This ruling could strengthen labor standards and international trade agreements globally.

<img alt="A group of men stand outside, some wearing orange vests and others blue scarves. Two of the men are raising their fists and appearing to shout." height="349" src="https://i.cbc.ca/ais/f99b9847-ea9d-4809-a89f-d229dde1f036,1779379909984/full/max/0/default.jpg?im=Crop%2Crect%3D%280%2C178%2C8545%2C4806%29%3BResize%3D%28620%29" title="The Montreal Blue Collar Workers Union, CUPE 301, rally during a three-day strike in Montreal on Thursday, April 16, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christinne Musch...