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Your email address will not be published.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

Israel offers Hamas leader Sinwar safe exit from Gaza in exchange for hostages

Israel has proposed giving Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar safe passage out of…

Palestinians in Gaza suffering ‘volcano’ of psychological trauma due to war

Residents in Gaza are suffering “a volcano” of psychological trauma after two…

French farmers bring tractors to Paris to press for looser rules

French farmers disrupted highway traffic around Paris and rallied in front of…

Sharif, Erdogan discuss bilateral international issues

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif invited Turkiye President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to ‘International…