Which entity has the authority to impose sanctions on countries?

The United Nations Security Council has the authority to impose sanctions on countries as part of its mandate to maintain international peace and security. Sanctions can include economic measures, trade restrictions, or even military actions, and are typically implemented in response to threats to peace, acts of aggression, or violations of international law. The Security Council is composed of member states that have agreed to cooperate in addressing global issues and has the unique power to authorize such measures under Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter.

In contrast, the World Health Organization primarily focuses on global public health issues and does not have the authority to impose sanctions related to international security matters. The International Criminal Court is concerned with prosecuting individuals for crimes such as war crimes and genocide rather than imposing sanctions on countries themselves. The World Trade Organization regulates international trade agreements and disputes, but it does not have the jurisdiction to impose sanctions as a response to issues of security or international law violations.