HAGUE COURT GIVES INTERIM DECISION

The video discusses a British delegation at The Hague addressing a Persian oil dispute. The Attorney General emphasizes the urgency of interim measures due to Iranian government actions. The Court, with Persia unrepresented, decides no actions should prejudice the final judgment. Persia claims the Court is not competent, citing nationalization as an internal affair.

Where is the International Court located?

• Paris

• The Hague

• London

• New York

What was the main concern of Sir Frank Soskice regarding the Iranian government's actions?

• They might lead to a diplomatic conflict.

• They could make it impossible to execute a judgment in favor of the UK.

• They would result in economic sanctions.

• They might cause a delay in court proceedings.

Why did the court decide that nothing should be done by either government?

• To prevent prejudice to the final judgment.

• To ensure a fair trial.

• To avoid escalating the conflict.

• To maintain diplomatic relations.

Why was the Persian government not represented in court according to Mr. Saigon?

• They were not informed about the session.

• They believed the court was not competent.

• They were protesting against the British government.

• They had internal political issues.

What was one of the reasons given by Mr. Saigon for the court's incompetence?

• The British government had no legal standing.

• The nationalization was an internal affair.

• The court was biased.

• The court lacked jurisdiction.