casus foederis
English
Etymology
From Latin casus (“case”) + foederis, genitive of foedus (“treaty”).
Pronunciation
- (UK) IPA(key): /ˌkeɪsəs ˈfiːdəɹɪs/
Noun
casus foederis
- A situation covered by the terms of an international treaty (or similar understanding), and which consequently requires action from the parties involved.