Is international law fit for purpose? The Venezuela crisis forces us to confront uncomfortable questions about sovereignty, accountability, and whether the system can actually deliver justice when powerful actors ignore the rules and legal mechanisms fail.

States possess the sovereign right to leave international agreements, yet the increasing frequency of treaty withdrawals signals a troubling shift in how governments approach their legal obligations. As political expediency overtakes strategic commitment, the foundations of international cooperation face unprecedented strain. This article examines the forces driving the withdrawal trend, its implications for global legal order, and potential safeguards to maintain the reliability that international law requires.