UN member states have formally demanded in a non-binding resolution an end to the Israeli occupation of the Palestinian territories within 12 months. The text of the resolution is based on an advisory opinion from the International Court of Justice calling Israel’s occupation since 1967 “unlawful.” There were 124 votes in favour, 14 against and a notable 43 abstentions.

 

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

You May Also Like

PDM all set for Inflation March: Fazlur Rehman

On Tuesday, Pakistan Democratic Movement (PDM) chief Maulana Fazlur Rehman said that…

Jordan’s King Abdullah in France to discuss Gaza with Macron

French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte are to host King…

Hamas does not represent the Palestinian people: Biden

US President Joe Biden said Hamas did not represent the Palestinian people…

Sweden urges EU to impose sanctions against Israel’s Ben-Gvir, Smotrich

Sweden has called on the EU to issue sanctions against Israeli ministers…